Community face covering
Health risk / other Protective equipment Other types of alerts
| Alert Number | INFO/00168/21 |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Portugal |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 17 December 2021 |
Risk Description
The product advertises a protective potential against (viral) particles but its filtering capacity has not been tested by a relevant competent European conformity assessment body. Consequently, it is not proven that the product fulfils 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 requirements of the General Product Safety Directive (GPSD).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 10/08/2021
Product Description
Disposable grey community face covering.