EireMed Respirator Facemask
| Alert Number | A12/00339/22 |
| Brand | EireMed |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Ireland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | KN95 |
| Published | 25 February 2022 |
Risk Description
The particle/filter retention of the material (measured values: as low as 78%) and the total filtration capacity of the mask (measured mean values: as low as 80%) are 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): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: 09/09/2021
Product Description
White PPE facemasks, branded 'EireMed'. The masks have the CE marking, the claims KN95 and FFP2, and a reference to the European standard EN149 embossed on the side.