What Safety Gate found
Authorities in Germany identified a pair of green laser safety glasses, marketed with the marking '200-2000nm OD 5+ CE UV400', that fail to provide the stated optical density protection. The product was sold online, notably via Amazon.
Why this matters
Laser safety glasses are essential for operators, especially during maintenance or setup of laser machines where protective enclosures might be removed. If the glasses do not meet the stated protection levels, they provide a false sense of security, leading to potential permanent retinal damage or vision impairment.
What buyers should check
Always verify that laser protective eyewear is accompanied by a proper EU Declaration of Conformity and is marked in accordance with EN 207/EN 208 standards for specific wavelength ranges and power densities. Avoid purchasing unbranded safety eyewear from marketplaces where verification of the CE certification is difficult.
Official source
Safety Gate Reference: A12/01560/21 https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10004659
European Commission Safety Gate
Alert A12/01560/21. Open the Commission record to inspect the source information directly.
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