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Consumer goods · European Union · 2026-10-16 · China-origin

Hazard: Damage to sightOrigin: China

Laser pointer Damage to sight

Country	European Union
Category	Consumer goods
Published	2026-10-16
Country of origin	China
Category	Laser pointers
Hazard	Damage to sight
Hazard description	The laser beam is too powerful (measured value up to 5,63 mW) and the projector is not properly labelled. Direct viewing of the laser beam could cause damage to sight. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation nor with the European standard EN 60825-1.
Remedy	Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 21/09/2026Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 25/09/2026
Recall number	SR/02911/26
Official notice	View source ↗

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Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	GPSR, CE (Toys EN 71 / LVD·EMC), REACH · Full guide →

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