KN95 Professional protection
KN95 Professional protection was recalled on 8 July 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00945/22. Health risk / other risk reported by Germany. The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 46%).
| Alert Number | A12/00945/22 |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 8 July 2022 |
Risk Description
The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 46%). Furthermore, one of the two filter layers does not provide full coverage (missing from the upper chin, cheek and lower chin area). 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 Regulation nor with the European standard EN 149.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Black protective respiratory filtration half-face mask with black ear-bands, marked with FFP2 and with the CE marking printed on it. Product sold online, in particular via AliExpress.
🏥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a health risk / other hazard related to KN95 Professional protection.
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.