aka C2
aka C2 was recalled on 17 February 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00282/23. Health risk / other risk reported by Germany. The physical resistance of the filtering material is too low and the particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient.
| Alert Number | A12/00282/23 |
| Brand | AKA Mask |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Türkiye |
| Model Number | 00018 schwarz - VPE 10 Stück |
| Published | 17 February 2023 |
Risk Description
The physical resistance of the filtering material is too low and the particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient. Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements; thus, even if combined with other recommended measures, it may not properly protect. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation nor with the European standard EN 149.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 26/01/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 24/01/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 24/01/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 24/01/2023
Product Description
Black particle filter half-face mask. Product sold online.
🏥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a health risk / other hazard related to aka C2.
About this risk
This product poses a health risk that does not fall neatly into a single category. It may involve multiple hazards or an unusual safety concern identified by authorities.
Recommended action
Stop using the product and follow any specific instructions from the recall notice. Contact the manufacturer or your national consumer protection authority for more details.
Who is at risk?
All consumers who have purchased this product.