KN95 protective mask
KN95 protective mask was recalled on 1 October 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01355/21. Health risk / other risk reported by Germany. The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured mean values: as low as 74%).
| Alert Number | A12/01355/21 |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | KN95 Professional Protection |
| Published | 1 October 2021 |
Risk Description
The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured mean values: as low as 74%). 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 (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: 13/09/2021Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 13/09/2021Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 13/09/2021Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 15/09/2021
Product Description
White masks/packaging are marked as KN95 Gb2626-2006. Product sold online, in particular via eBay (under the code 184746423234) and AliExpress.
🏥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a health risk / other hazard related to KN95 protective 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.