Particulate Respirator FFP2 PRO - SERIES
Particulate Respirator FFP2 PRO - SERIES was recalled on 6 August 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01159/21. Health risk / other risk reported by Slovakia. The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 60%) and the total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured mean values: as low as 69%).
| Alert Number | A12/01159/21 |
| Brand | Giebielok® |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | FL0616 |
| Published | 6 August 2021 |
Risk Description
The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 60%) and the total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured mean values: as low as 69%). Furthermore, the mask does not properly adapt to the face.Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements, and an excessive amount of particles or microorganisms might pass through the mask; 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: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 25/05/2021Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 25/05/2021Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 25/05/2021
Product Description
White particle filter with the brand, model and claim FFP2/EN 149 printed on it, as well as with the CE 1282 marking.
🏥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a health risk / other hazard related to Particulate Respirator FFP2 PRO - SERIES.
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.