KN95 Protective mask (non-medical)
KN95 Protective mask (non-medical) was recalled on 4 June 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00768/21. Health risk / other risk reported by Romania. The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured mean values: as low as 65%).
| Alert Number | A12/00768/21 |
| Brand | YWSH |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Romania |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | SH-ZH12 |
| Published | 4 June 2021 |
Risk Description
The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured mean values: as low as 65%). 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 PPE Regulation and the relevant European standard EN 149.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 11/05/2021
Product Description
The mask is of grey-green camouflage coloured material and with a valve. The mask has white straps that fit around the ears.
🏥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a health risk / other hazard related to KN95 Protective mask (non-medical).
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.