[Recalled] Respirator — The product bears a CE marking but is not certified as protective equipment by… | EU Safety Gate 2020-07-10
Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.
Recall details
| Product | Respirator |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Elite |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Issuing authority | RAPEX |
| Reference | A12/00970/20 |
| Country of notice | United Kingdom |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Hazard type | Health risk / other |
| Notice date | 10 July 2020 |
Why it was recalled
According to the RAPEX notice, the identified hazard is: The product bears a CE marking but is not certified as protective equipment by a relevant body. Additionally, the particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured value ≤ 98.5 %). Consequently, an excessive amount of particles or microorganisms might pass through the mask, increasing the risk of infection if not combined with additional protective measures.
This Serious risk recall concerns Protective equipment products distributed in United Kingdom and was recorded by RAPEX. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).
Read the full official notice →
This page indexes a public government recall notice for reference. We do not sell or verify this product; always confirm the current status on the authority's official site.
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