KN95 Protective mask

Health risk / other Protective equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: KN95 Protective mask
Alert NumberA12/01633/21
BrandUEACON
CategoryProtective equipment
Risk TypeHealth risk / other
Notifying CountryBelgium
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published26 November 2021

Risk Description

The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 57%). 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 taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 08/11/2021

Product Description

Particle filter masks marked with both FFP2 and KN95, as well as with the CE marking printed on the side.

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