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🧸 Product DE April 17, 2026

EARNTZ — FFP2 NR Atemschutzmaske EARNTZ

White respiratory protection masks. Product sold online in particular via eBay (unique identifier: 363643999026).

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
EARNTZ — FFP2 NR Atemschutzmaske EARNTZ
📷 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 values: 33.4%). Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements, thus it may not properly protect the user.
Origin
People's Republic of China

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Retailer) Recall of the product from end users
  • Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Retailer) Stop of sales
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Archived (older alert)
This alert was reported 40 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.
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0 days in total
May 17, 2026 May 17, 2026
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What is this? This is a face mask called EARNTZ FFP2 NR. It is meant to protect your lungs from small particles in the air.

What's happening? Tests show this mask does not filter the air well enough. It only blocks about one-third of harmful particles.

Does this affect me? If you own or use this mask in Germany, it may not protect you properly.

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

🤖 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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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 values: 33.4%). Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements, thus it may not properly protect the user. · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
April 17, 2026
Last refreshed by us
1 day ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098499

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What is this product recall alert about?
EARNTZ — FFP2 NR Atemschutzmaske EARNTZ. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Health risk / other · Category: Protective equipment · Hazard: The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured values: 33.4%). Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements, thus it may not proper...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on April 17, 2026 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Germany.
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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