KN95 Protective Face Mask
KN95 Protective Face Mask was recalled on 20 November 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert INFO/00149/20. Health risk / other risk reported by Ireland. The product advertises a protective potential against (viral) particles but its filtering capacity has not been certified by a relevant (European) body.
| Alert Number | INFO/00149/20 |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Ireland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 20 November 2020 |
Risk Description
The product advertises a protective potential against (viral) particles but its filtering capacity has not been certified by a relevant (European) body. Consequently, the product might not fulfil the health and safety requirements and thus not properly protect if not combined with additional measures. 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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
KN95 Protective Face Mask (non - medical)
🏥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a health risk / other hazard related to KN95 Protective Face Mask.
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.