KN95 Filtering Respirator
KN95 Filtering Respirator was recalled on 29 May 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00790/20. Health risk / other risk reported by Poland. The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured value ≤ 47 %).
| Alert Number | A12/00790/20 |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | KN95, ref. PON002 |
| Published | 29 May 2020 |
Risk Description
The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured value ≤ 47 %). 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 and the relevant European standard EN 149.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 20/05/2020
Product Description
Respiratory protective filtration half-face mask of category KN95.
🏥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a health risk / other hazard related to KN95 Filtering Respirator.
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.