KN95 face mask
KN95 face mask was recalled on 25 June 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00931/21. Health risk / other risk reported by Belgium. The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured mean values: as low as 71%).
| Alert Number | A12/00931/21 |
| Brand | Prosafety |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Belgium |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 1/BC11.5/12, 518902-01 |
| Published | 25 June 2021 |
Risk Description
The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured mean values: as low as 71%). 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 the relevant European standard EN 149.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Protective respiratory filtration half-face mask. The product is also sold online.
🏥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a health risk / other hazard related to KN95 face 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.