Disposable anti particle respirator
Black foldable mask with white ventilation hole. Product sold online.
- Risk level
- Other types of alerts
- Type
- Health risk / other
- Category
- Protective equipment
- Hazard
- The product bears a CE marking but its filtering capacity has not been tested by a relevant competent European conformity assessment body. Consequently, it is not proven that the product fulfils 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: Retailer) Withdrawal of the product from market
20200422
What is this? This is a face mask made in China that claims to protect you from small harmful particles in the air. It has a CE mark, which is supposed to show it meets safety rules.
What's happening? Tests show this mask may not actually filter out harmful particles like it should. The CE mark might not be real or trustworthy.
Does this affect me? If you live in Estonia and have used this mask, it may not protect you as promised.
What should I do? Stop using this mask right away. Ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice on safe masks to use instead.
🤖 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.
🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Risk level: Other types of alerts · Type: Health risk / other · Category: Protective equipment · Hazard: The product bears a CE marking but its filtering capacity has not been tested by a relevant competent European conformity assessment body. Consequently, it is not proven that the product fulfils the health and safety requirements; thus, even if combined with other recommended measures, it may not properly protect. · Origin: People's Republic of China
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