KN95 mask - respiratory protective face mask
| Alert Number | A12/00540/21 |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | KN95 MASK |
| Published | 23 April 2021 |
Risk Description
The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured value: as low as 82 %). 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 PPE Regulation and the relevant European standard EN 149.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: UnknownType 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
White respiratory protective face mask in a transparent plastic bag (1 piece) with packaging indicating only the KN95 standard; according to the printing on the mask itself, both standard KN95 GB2626-2006 and also EU standard EN 149:2001+A1:2009 are met