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Global green laser pointer — damage to sight risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskDamage to sightOct 23, 2009

Hazard

The product incorporates a class III laser and poses a risk of damage to sight if the laser beam is pointed at the eye. Class III lasers may not be placed on the market for consumer use.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60825.

Measures taken

  • Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities — Other

Product description

Pen-sized black laser pointer (approximate length: 15.8 cm) which emits a green laser beam and is operated by two AAA batteries. It is packed in a grey gift box, 18x6.5x3 cm. Batteries and an instruction manual are included. Output power <50 mW, wavelength 532 nm.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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