Due to the differences in various applications, the mentioned CDRH restrictions, and the large list of potential users of Green laser pointer (from children to business professionals), there is an increasing demand for third parties who can confirm that laser pointer manufacturers have completed CDRH self-certification . Recently, as NIST found that the nominal laser power/classification of the tested laser pointer samples was inaccurate, the above demand became more urgent. NIST found that almost 90% of green indicators and about 44% of red indicators do not meet federal safety regulations. FDA standards 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11) require warning labels to be affixed to Class IIIa and IIIb products. Class IIIb products must also have a key switch and connector for remote interlocking. Products also need to have identification and certification labels and safety instructions.
The power of FDA exceeds that of laser product manufacturers. The radiation levels of these products must meet federal standards and must be appropriately labeled. The FDA is working to identify the manufacturers of overpowered green, blue, and violet laser pointers and other illegal laser products, and will take action to prevent unsafe products from being sold in the United States. If illegal products are imported into the United States, they may be refused entry, returned to the seller, or destroyed.