Respirator Mask
Health risk / other Protective equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/00696/20 |
| Brand | Garry Galaxy |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | N95 |
| Published | 8 May 2020 |
Risk Description
The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured value ≤ 71 %). 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 and the relevant European standard EN 149.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 15/04/2020
Product Description
Respiratory protective half-face filter mask of category KN95 (EN 149 FFP2), folded, with nose clip and elastic bands to secure it behind the ears.