VSSHE Cat Toy Laser Pen sold via Amazon
- Affected
- A silver-coloured LED laser pen intended to be a cat toy.
- The problem
- The product presents a high risk of injuries and damage to sight due to the laser supplied being excessively strong and not suitable for consumer use.
- What to do
- The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Laser pointers – Cat Toy Laser Pen |
|---|---|
| Brand | VSSHE |
| Amazon Identifiers | X001HII7ED, FBA15GRFK7JJU000001 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A silver-coloured LED laser pen intended to be a cat toy. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a high risk of injuries and damage to sight as it is a Class 3R laser with an excessively strong beam, which is not suitable for consumer use. If the beam were to be pointed in an animal or human’s eye, there may be temporary or permanent damage. Testing identified that the product has a 656 nm accessible emission and there is no laser safety labels or user manual to inform the consumers of the risks.
For further information on laser radiation safety advice, please access the following Gov.uk webpage: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/laser-radiation-safety-advice/laser-radiation-safety-advice
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2308-0075
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 16 August 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.