Huizhou LexusLance Technology, LexusLance Particulate Respirator FFP2 Lexuslance particle filter mask — health risk

Hazard

The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 61%) and the total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured mean values: as low as 74.5%). 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

• Warning consumers of the risks — Retailer (27/05/2021)
• Recall of the product from end users — Retailer (27/05/2021)
• Withdrawal of the product from the market — Retailer (27/05/2021)

Product description

White particle filter mask with the brand/name, model and claim FFP2/EN 149 printed on it, as well as with the CE 202003 marking. The product is also sold online.