Disposable Face Mask
Health risk / other Protective equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/01014/21 |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Belgium |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | D373853 |
| Published | 16 July 2021 |
Risk Description
The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 35%), and the mask does not properly adapt to the face. 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 and with the relevant European standard EN 149.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Protective respiratory filtration half-face mask.