KN95 mask

Health risk / other Protective equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: KN95 mask
Alert NumberA12/00779/21
CategoryProtective equipment
Risk TypeHealth risk / other
Notifying CountryIceland
Country of OriginUnknown
Published4 June 2021

Risk Description

The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 73%) and the total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured mean values: as low as 60%). Furthermore, the mask does not fit correctly to the face of the user. Consequently, an excessive amount of particles or microorganisms might pass through the mask; thus, even if combined with other recommended measures, it may not properly protect. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation and with the relevant European standard EN 149.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 23/03/2021

Product Description

White respiratory protective half-face mask.

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