Folding KN95 mask
Health risk / other Protective equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/00942/20 |
| Brand | PLOW |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Belgium |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 3 July 2020 |
Risk Description
The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured median value ≤ 91 %). Consequently, an excessive amount of particles or microorganisms might pass through the mask, increasing the risk of infection if not combined with additional protective measures. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Marking the product with appropriate warnings on the risksDate of entry into force: 30/04/2020
Product Description
KN95 protective respiratory filtration half-face mask, corresponding to category FFP2 according to EN 149.