Three Dimensional Protective Respiraor (disposable respirator)
Health risk / other Protective equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/00615/20 |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Belgium |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | KN95 |
| Published | 24 April 2020 |
Risk Description
The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured value ≤ 86%). 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: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Marking the product with appropriate warnings on the risksDate of entry into force: 10/04/2020
Product Description
Respiratory protective mask of category KN95.