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http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/radhealth/products/laserfaq.html )
I am looking at getting a laser pointer, found this FAQ.
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http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/radhealth/products/lpm.html )
Class IIIb hand-held lasers are too dangerous for use as pointers or amusement articles. Furthermore, promotion of Class IIIb or IEC Class 3B products for pointing or amusement violates FDA requirements and United States law.
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