FFP2 NR Filtering Half Mask
FFP2 NR Filtering Half Mask was recalled on 12 March 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00337/21. Health risk / other risk reported by Luxembourg. The product advertises a protective potential against particles but its filtering capacity has not been tested by a relevant competent European conformity assessment body, and it misuses the CE marking and the model name of a different product from the same manufacturer, which is certified.
| Alert Number | A12/00337/21 |
| Brand | JIA YUAN |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Luxembourg |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | JY-KN95 |
| Published | 12 March 2021 |
Risk Description
The product advertises a protective potential against particles but its filtering capacity has not been tested by a relevant competent European conformity assessment body, and it misuses the CE marking and the model name of a different product from the same manufacturer, which is certified. The packaging of the two being identical, there is no possibility for the consumer to see that it is not the certified product.In addition, the product has a complete different shape and size than the certified product, and due to its small size, it does not cover the mouth and nose entirely.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 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: OtherCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 26/02/2021
Product Description
White respiratory protective half-face mask of category FFP2 NR.
🏥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a health risk / other hazard related to FFP2 NR Filtering Half Mask.
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.