I'll preface this by saying I really don't care what the above government agencies say about laser pointers. I am inclined to buy one of greater than 5mw output.The point I was making is that certain companies,I won't name names this time, are violating the rules and regulations set forth by the FDA and CDRH but say they are not.I'd hate to see them be forced out of business or worst. It may behoove them to change their product line but still sell portable laser products. If not the only options are the more expensive laser modules.
There is a thread which can be found at Google's>Groups>alt.lasers which is called "A Phone Call to the CDRH". While it does not mentions pointers it is interesting none the less. I don't know who Dr. Bullough is ,but the names and numbers he sites are very much real
"Dr. John D. Bullough
I've reviewed this site and yes the products that are sold as complete products (not to be integrated into a compliant and certified product) are clearly in violation of FDA regulations.
Feel free to contact the FDA at any time to discuss your concerns!
1-240-276-0120
The following people will be very familiar with the regulations and interesting in discussing this site as well:
Jerry Dennis, extension 135
Frank Mackson, extension 145
Dale Smith, extension 147"
There is a thread which can be found at Google's>Groups>alt.lasers which is called "A Phone Call to the CDRH". While it does not mentions pointers it is interesting none the less. I don't know who Dr. Bullough is ,but the names and numbers he sites are very much real
"Dr. John D. Bullough
I've reviewed this site and yes the products that are sold as complete products (not to be integrated into a compliant and certified product) are clearly in violation of FDA regulations.
Feel free to contact the FDA at any time to discuss your concerns!
1-240-276-0120
The following people will be very familiar with the regulations and interesting in discussing this site as well:
Jerry Dennis, extension 135
Frank Mackson, extension 145
Dale Smith, extension 147"