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🧸 Product SI June 18, 2021

CLEANAIR — Filtering half mask

Protective respiratory filtration half-face mask, was of uniform white material and without valve. The mask had light blue straps that fit around the head.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
CLEANAIR — Filtering half mask
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Health risk / other
Category
Protective equipment
Hazard
The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured mean values: as low as 72%). Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements; thus, even if combined with other recommended measures, it may not properly protect.
Origin
People's Republic of China

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Distributor) Withdrawal of the product from market
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This alert was reported 1867 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
📈 Timeline
73 days in total
May 17, 2026 July 29, 2026
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What is this? CLEANAIR is a face mask that is supposed to filter the air you breathe. It is sold as protective gear.

What's happening? Tests show the mask does not filter enough air. It may only block 72% of harmful particles, which is too low.

Does this affect me? If you bought this mask in Slovenia, it may not protect you well. Others are not affected.

What should I do? Stop using the mask and ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice.

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Agency-published detail

Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Health risk / other · Category: Protective equipment · Hazard: The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured mean values: as low as 72%). Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements; thus, even if combined with other recommended measures, it may not properly protect. · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
June 18, 2021
Last refreshed by us
2 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10003934

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What is this product recall alert about?
CLEANAIR — Filtering half mask. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Health risk / other · Category: Protective equipment · Hazard: The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured mean values: as low as 72%). Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements; thus, eve...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on June 18, 2021 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Slovenia.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
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 ec.europa.eu.

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