Particle filter mask

What is the danger

The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured mean values: as low as 74%). Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements; thus, even if combined with other recommended measures, it may not properly protect.

Requirements breached

The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulation and with the relevant European standard EN 149.

Measures taken

1. Recall of the product from end users Voluntary measuresTaken by: RetailerIn force from: 13 September 2021
2. Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace Voluntary measuresTaken by: RetailerIn force from: 13 September 2021
3. Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace Voluntary measuresTaken by: DistributorIn force from: 15 September 2021
4. Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace Compulsory measuresTaken by: OtherIn force from: 13 September 2021

Product

Description

White masks/packaging are marked as KN95 Gb2626-2006. Product sold online, in particular via eBay (under the code 184746423234) and AliExpress.

Packaging

10 masks/package in white plastic packaging bearing turquoise lettering. Packaging printed with hybrid marking (KN95 and FFP2) and the Chinese and EU standards are also indicated on the enclosed ‘certificate’. No manufacturer, model details, EAN code, etc.

Model / type

KN95 Professional Protection

Batch

Production date: February 01, 2021