FFP2 respiratory mask high filtration efficiency
FFP2 respiratory mask high filtration efficiency was recalled on 12 November 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01531/21. Health risk / other risk reported by Germany. The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 83%).
| Alert Number | A12/01531/21 |
| Brand | TEX-TECH |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Czechia |
| Model Number | FFP2 Premium |
| Published | 12 November 2021 |
Risk Description
The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 83%). Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements; thus, even if combined with other recommended measures, it may not properly protect. Furthermore, the physical resistance of the filtering material is too high (measured values of exhalation resistance: up to 3,8 mbar). Consequently, it may prevent a sufficient quantity of air to be exhaled, causing difficulties to breathe. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 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): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
White masks with ‘TEX-TECH FFP2 Premium’ labelling. The number 1040 appears next to the CE mark on the masks.
🏥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a health risk / other hazard related to FFP2 respiratory mask high filtration efficiency.
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.