Damage to sight

Laser pointer

Global import
Laser pointerLaser pointer
Case number
0330/10
Category
Laser pointers
Type / Model
Model PGL-III 8095182
Audience
Consumer
Notifying country
🇬🇷 Greece
Country of origin
🇨🇳 China
Published
2010-02-26

⚠️ Risk

The product poses a risk of damage to sight because the laser pointer is classified as Class IIIB laser product.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60825.

Measures

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Black laser pointer in the shape of a big torch (approximate length: 23.7 cm) that emits a green laser beam. The product is operated by two “C” batteries (not included) and is packed in a transparent blister. The laser bears a safety key switch and an on/off blue button, and can also be activated by a remote controller. Technical characteristics: output power <500 mW, wavelength 500-600 nm.