KN95 Respirator mask
KN95 Respirator mask was recalled on 17 July 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01055/20. Health risk / other risk reported by Belgium. The product bears a CE marking but is not certified as protective equipment by a relevant body.
| Alert Number | A12/01055/20 |
| Brand | APT |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Belgium |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 17 July 2020 |
Risk Description
The product bears a CE marking but is not certified as protective equipment by a relevant body. Additionally, the particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured value ≤ 86 %) and the mask does not properly adapt to the face leading to an insufficient total filtration capacity (measured mean value ≤ 72 %). 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): Marking the product with appropriate warnings on the risksDate of entry into force: 15/05/2020
Product Description
KN95 protective respiratory filtration half-face mask of category FFP2 according to EN 149.
🏥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a health risk / other hazard related to KN95 Respirator 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.