KN95 Protective mask
| Alert Number | A12/00913/20 |
| Brand | BKJ |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Belgium |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 26 June 2020 |
Risk Description
The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured value ≤ 94 %), the mask does not properly adapt to the face resulting in a insufficient total filtration capacity (Measured value ≤ 68 %).Consequently, an excessive amount of particles or microorganisms might pass through the mask, increasing the risk of infection if not combined with additional protective measures. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 26/05/2020
Product Description
KN95 protective respiratory filtration half-face mask, corresponding to category FFP2 according to EN 149.