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Disposable Mask (Non-medical) particle filter mask — health risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskOther health riskMay 21, 2021
Photo from the official notice: Disposable Mask (Non-medical) particle filter mask — health risk
Photo from the official notice: Disposable Mask (Non-medical) particle filter mask — health risk

Photos from the official notice: EU Safety Gate (European Commission) · image rights

Hazard

The mask does not properly adapt to the face. Consequently, an excessive amount of particles or microorganisms might pass; 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 the relevant European standard EN 149.

Measures taken

  • Withdrawal of the product from the market — Distributor (11/05/2021)

Product description

The face mask is of uniform light blue material, with white edges and without valve. The mask has white straps to be attached around the ears.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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