KN95 Protective Mask
Microbiological Protective equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/00770/21 |
| Brand | FRIEND JI |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Microbiological |
| Notifying Country | Malta |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | KN95 (folding disposable mask) |
| Published | 4 June 2021 |
Risk Description
The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured mean values: as low as 48%). 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): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 04/05/2021
Product Description
White disposable protective respiratory filtration half-face mask, foldable, marked with "KN95". The product is also sold online.