Overview
- The Agència Catalana del Consum has launched inspections of eclipse-viewing glasses as part of a state-wide campaign that reviews 75 models with seven other regional consumer authorities.
- Inspectors are verifying the CE conformity mark and compliance with the UNE-EN ISO 12312-2:2015 standard that specifies optical filtering for direct solar observation and can immobilize or withdraw non-compliant products from sale.
- Health officials and ophthalmologists warn that direct sun viewing without certified, undamaged filters can cause painless but permanent retinal injuries and advise checking glasses for scratches and supervising children.
- Retailer Aldi will offer certified ISO 12312-2:2015 eclipse glasses in Spanish stores from Wednesday, July 15, priced at €1.49 and expected to sell out quickly under a first-come, first-served policy.
- Consumers should buy from trusted sellers, confirm the CE mark and manufacturer details on the product, avoid ordinary sunglasses or improvised filters, and watch for enforcement actions that may remove unsafe online and in-store offers.