Filtering Half Mask Folded Cup Style
Filtering Half Mask Folded Cup Style was recalled on 17 December 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01758/21. Health risk / other risk reported by Germany. The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 40%).
| Alert Number | A12/01758/21 |
| Brand | Pharmaplast |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Egypt |
| Model Number | FC-F2E, FC-F2H |
| Published | 17 December 2021 |
Risk Description
The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 40%). Furthermore, weld points may tear apart generating holes in the mask, and ear straps may break easily. 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 (PPE) Regulation and with the relevant European standard EN 149.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 26/10/2021Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 26/10/2021Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 26/10/2021
Product Description
White protective respiratory filtration half-face mask, marked with FFP2 and with the CE marking printed on the side.
🏥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a health risk / other hazard related to Filtering Half Mask Folded Cup Style.
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.