Non-medical protective mask
Non-medical protective mask was recalled on 26 June 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert INFO/00080/20. Health risk / other risk reported by Hungary. The product advertises a protective potential against particles and microorganisms but its filtering capacity has not been certified by a relevant European body.
| Alert Number | INFO/00080/20 |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 26 June 2020 |
Risk Description
The product advertises a protective potential against particles and microorganisms but its filtering capacity has not been certified by a relevant European body. Consequently, the product might not fulfil the health and safety requirements and properly protect 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): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 09/06/2020
Product Description
White respiratory protective half-face mask of category KN95.
🏥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a health risk / other hazard related to Non-medical protective 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.