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🧸 Product FR May 8, 2026

ahotop lcleader — atemschutzmaske ffp2 nr masque de filtre à particules

la capacité totale de filtration du masque est insuffisante (mesurée à 80 %). par conséquent, le produit ne satisfait pas aux exigences en matière de santé et de sécurité. ainsi, même s'il est combiné avec d'autres mesures recommandées, il peut ne pas protéger correctement.

The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured at 80%). Therefore, the product does not meet health and safety requirements. Even when combined with other recommended measures, it may not provide proper protection.
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Recall in effect
A consumer product has been flagged as dangerous in FR.
📈 Timeline
9 days active so far
May 19, 2026 May 27, 2026

What is this? This is a paper FFP2 face mask sold under the brands ahotop and lcleader. It is meant to filter out small particles from the air you breathe.

What's happening? Tests show the mask lets through too many particles—only 80 % are caught, not the 94 % it should. Because of this, it may not protect you as it should.

Does this affect me? If you bought this mask in France, it may not keep you safe from harmful particles in the air.

What should I do? Stop using this mask and ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice on a safer mask.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Type: vêtements, mode, epi · Category: equipements de protection individuels · Hazard: risque sanitaire/autre · la capacité totale de filtration du masque est insuffisante (mesurée à 80 %). par conséquent, le produit ne satisfait pas aux exigences en matière de santé et de sécurité. ainsi, même s'il est combiné avec d'autres mesures recommandées, il peut ne pas protéger correctement.

First published
May 8, 2026
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
Low
Official source
https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/fiche-rappel/49790/rapex

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What is this product recall alert about?
ahotop lcleader — atemschutzmaske ffp2 nr masque de filtre à particules. The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured at 80%). Therefore, the product does not meet health and safety requirements. Even when combined with other recommended measures, it may not provide proper protection.
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 8, 2026 by Rappel Conso (DGCCRF, France).
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to France.
How serious is this alert?
Low risk. A low risk means harm is unlikely under normal use. The alert is informational but still worth reading.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on rappel.conso.gouv.fr.

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