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INFO/00064/21

Particle filter mask

YK-MASK · Disposable mask

Protective equipmentHealth risk / other
Country of origin
People's Republic of China
Notifying country
Romania
Sold online
No
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What is the danger

The mask is presented as providing a protective function; however these claims are not backed by evidence. This could create a false sense of safety to the wearer of the mask and thus, even if combined with other recommended measures, not protect its user.

Requirements breached

The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive (GPSD).

Measures taken

  1. Withdrawal of the product from the market Compulsory measuresTaken by: RetailerIn force from: 11 March 2021

Product

Description
3 layers disposable mask with 3 folds. Product information is printed on the plastic bag, on a paper label inside the bag and a self-adhesive label applied on the bag.
Packaging
The product is sold in a package containing 10 units packed in a plastic bag closed by heat sealing.
Brand
YK-MASK
Model / type
YK10001
Barcode
5411504164856YK00202005003

Original source

Data comes from the official Safety Gate system of the European Commission.

Alert number
INFO/00064/21 ↗
Weekly report
Report-2021-12
Published
25 March 2021
Modified
25 March 2021

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