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Laser pointers

11th July 2009

Item Description:

Brand: 1. LED white, 2. X.Y, 3. CW.
Type/number of model:
1. Model: MX-01
2. S/N. 2007408
3. Model: HC-101

Description:
1. Copper laser radiation: 3-in-1 laser and LED pen in blue and in the form of a key-ring. The laser is operated by three 1.5V LR41 button cells. The product is packed in a blister box. Approximate dimensions: 12.7x6.5x1.6 cm (package), 14x2.5x1.1 cm (unpacked).
2. Laser LED light: 2-in-1 laser pointer and LED light in silver and in the form of a key-ring. The laser is operated by four 1.5V AG13 button cells. The product is packed in a blister box. Approximate dimensions: 12x8x2.5 cm (package), 12.4x2.5x2 cm (unpacked).
3. 2 in 1 super LED lamp: 2-in-1 laser pointer and LED light in silver and in the form of a key-ring. The laser is operated by three 1.5V AG3 button cells. The product is packed in a blister box. Approximate dimensions: 11x6.8x2 cm (package), 10x2.2x1.1 cm (unpacked).

Country of origin: China

Attached Images: (click to enlarge)

Photo of the Laser pointers (image 1 of 2) Photo of the Laser pointers (image 2 of 2)

Danger:

Damage to sight

The products pose a risk of damage to sight because they incorporate a class 3A laser which is dangerous if a direct beam, or even a beam reflected off a reflective surface, strikes the unprotected eye. Class 3 laser pointers should not be placed on the market for use by consumers.
These products do not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60825.

Action Taken:

Withdrawal from the market and destruction of the products ordered by the authorities.

Notifying Country:

Greece

The Next Step...

Notes & History:

11th July 2009 by Recalls Importer

Item imported from European Commission RAPEX

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