Facial PPE

Health risk / other Protective equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Facial PPE
Alert NumberA12/00674/22
BrandCambridge, Cambridge Mask PRO
CategoryProtective equipment
Risk TypeHealth risk / other
Notifying CountryFinland
Country of OriginHong Kong
Model NumberChurchill
Published6 May 2022

Risk Description

The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured values: as low as 85%). 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 not with the European standard EN 149.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 31/10/2022

Product Description

Washable black protective mask with with an exhalation valve made of fabric having Cambridge mask Co logo. The product is sold with an adjustable earloops and headstrap, and a foam nose seal.

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