HG · Disposable Face Mask

The product advertises a protective potential against particles but its filtering capacity has not been tested by a relevant competent European conformity assessment body. Additionally, it was found that the particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: up to 30%); 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.

Published: 14 May 2021
Notifying authority: Germany
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

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Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Importer. Category of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace. Date of entry into force: 03/05/2021 · Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Importer. Category of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market. Date of entry into force: Unknown

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/00659/21
Model: KN95-A
Batch: 20200423 (production batch)EXP: 032023LOT:573627MFD: 032020

Classification

Category: Protective equipment
Risk type: Health risk / other
Country of origin: People's Republic of China

Product description

White respiratory protective masks with external metal nose clip, five layers, and "KN95" embossed on the side. The product is also sold online.