Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Component for Laser Scanning Microscopes (LSM 700 Recalled by Zeiss, Carl Inc Due to When the user tilts the transmitted light arm...

Date: October 2, 2019
Company: Zeiss, Carl Inc
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Zeiss, Carl Inc directly.

Affected Products

Component for Laser Scanning Microscopes (LSM 700, LSM 800 and LSM 900)

Quantity: US: 600; Global: 1600

Why Was This Recalled?

When the user tilts the transmitted light arm of the microscope to the end of its axis range, laser safety can be bypassed and result in emission of class lIlb laser radiation. This issue arises when a ZEISS inverted stage stand (Axio Observer or Axio Vert) is used in as a component of the LSM 700, 800 and 900 system

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Zeiss, Carl Inc

Zeiss, Carl Inc has 6 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report