Facial PPE
Facial PPE was recalled on 6 May 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00674/22. Health risk / other risk reported by Finland. The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured values: as low as 85%).
| Alert Number | A12/00674/22 |
| Brand | Cambridge, Cambridge Mask PRO |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Finland |
| Country of Origin | Hong Kong |
| Model Number | Churchill |
| Published | 6 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.
🏥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a health risk / other hazard related to Facial PPE.
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.