KN95 Professional Protection
KN95 Professional Protection was recalled on 20 August 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01203/21. Health risk / other risk reported by Germany. The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 29%).
| Alert Number | A12/01203/21 |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 20 August 2021 |
Risk Description
The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 29%). Furthermore, the mask does not properly adapt to the face. Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements, and an excessive amount of particles or microorganisms might pass through the mask, increasing the risk of infection; 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 with the relevant 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: 02/07/2021Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 02/07/2021
Product Description
White protective respiratory filtration half-face mask with hybrid labelling (KN95 and CE2163). Product sold online, in particular via Amazon, with the ASIN code: B08SW4XNGN.
🏥 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.