Thin and Light
Comfortable breathing and excellent ventilation through light fiber materials
Fibertex Nanofiber Filter
Highly effective in absorption of odors, smoke and liquids
Ergonomic Design
Nose support design prevents slide down and condensation
Based on this comparison, it is reasonable to consider China KN95, AS/NZ P2, Korea 1st Class, and Japan DS FFRs as “equivalent” to US NIOSH N95 and European FFP2 respirators, for filtering non-oil-based particles such as those resulting from wildfires, PM 2.5 air pollution, volcanic eruptions, or bioaerosols (e.g. viruses). However, prior to selecting a respirator, users should consult their local respiratory protection regulations and requirements or check with their local public health authorities for selection guidance.
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Certification/ Class (Standard) |
N95 (NIOSH-42C FR84) |
FFP2 (EN 149-2001) |
KN95 (GB2626-20 06) |
P2 (AS/NZ 1716:2012) |
Korea 1st Class (KMOEL – 2017-64) |
DS (Japan JMHLW- Notification 214, 2018) |
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Filter performance – (must be ≥ X% efficient) |
≥ 95% |
≥ 94% |
≥ 95% |
≥ 94% |
≥ 94% |
≥ 95% |
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Test agent |
NaCl |
NaCl and paraffin oil |
NaCl |
NaCl |
NaCl and paraffin oil |
NaCl |
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Flow rate |
85 L/min |
95 L/min |
85 L/min |
95 L/min |
95 L/min |
85 L/min |
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Total inward leakage (TIL)* – tested on human subjects each performing exercises |
N/A |
≤ 8% leakage (arithmetic mean) |
≤ 8% leakage (arithmetic mean) |
≤ 8% leakage (individual and arithmetic mean) |
≤ 8% leakage (arithmetic mean) |
Inward Leakage measured and included in User Instructions |
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Inhalation resistance – max pressure drop |
≤ 343 Pa |
≤ 70 Pa (at 30 L/min) ≤ 500 Pa (clogging) |
≤ 350 Pa |
≤ 70 Pa (at 30 L/min) |
≤ 70 Pa (at 30 L/min) |
≤ 70 Pa (w/valve) ≤ 50 Pa (no valve) |
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Flow rate |
85 L/min |
Varied – see above |
85 L/min |
Varied – see above |
Varied – see above |
40 L/min |
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Exhalation resistance – max pressure drop |
≤ 245 Pa |
≤ 300 Pa |
≤ 250 Pa |
≤ 120 Pa |
≤ 300 Pa |
≤ 70 Pa (w/valve) ≤ 50 Pa (no valve) |
|
Flow rate |
85 L/min |
160 L/min |
85 L/min |
85 L/min |
160 L/min |
40 L/min |
|
Exhalation valve leakage requirement |
Leak rate ≤ 30 mL/min |
N/A |
Depressurizatio n to 0 Pa ≥ 20 sec |
Leak rate ≤ 30 mL/min |
visual inspection after 300 L /min for 30 sec |
Depressurizatio n to 0 Pa ≥ 15 sec |
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Force applied |
-245 Pa |
N/A |
-1180 Pa |
-250 Pa |
N/A |
-1,470 Pa |
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CO2 clearance requirement |
N/A |
≤1% |
≤ 1% |
≤1% |
≤ 1% |
≤ 1% |
*Japan JMHLW-Notification 214 requires an Inward Leakage test rather than a TIL test.
celkins (verified owner) –
I’ve ordered this mask twice and it is great. I wear glasses and this mask creates no fogging. In addition, it seems roomier on the inside. However, don’t be swayed by this mask being “FDA approved.” The FDA revoked all of its mask certifications for KN95s and KN94s last year. This mask may have been registered with the FDA, but that simply means the manufacturer has filed the paperwork to make the FDA aware of its existence; it doesn’t mean the masks have been tested or authorized. On the plus side, though, the masks are individually packaged in tamper-proof sleeves and show the company’s address and expiration date.
Admin –
Hello,
Glad to hear you enjoy our masks! As for the situation with the FDA, During the earlier stage of the pandemic to keep up with supply and demand for FDA approved masks, many mask brands were given temporary FDA approval. That temporary approval is what was revoked last year, as the process has now returned to normal. All of our masks have gone through the FDA approval process again since this event and were FDA approved in September 2021, and will have to reapply each year to make sure our products stay within FDA standards.
We hope this clears up any confusion!
Mac McWilliam (verified owner) –
These masks are great lightweight easy to breath thru and fit face well…No Chemical smell like Chinese masks…..Sealed individual packaged…Great Colors….Only One Problem Noticed …..Should have Instruction to Fold Over Fabric Along Top Of Mask Just Above The Sewing Seam…If Not it feels sharp edge and can ride up Over Nose and touch eyes..But When folded down inside along top it makes edge softer and less high So no more annoying riding up to touch Eyes..Actually looks designed to be folded down …Once I figure it out Then yes its Perfect to wear all day long…..Very Satisfied will buy more…..4 Stars.. Only Because No Instruction..Nice Looking On face too
M. –
I am unhappy with this product. They are very nice looking and I’m sure they still offer some protection, they also seem comfortable. However, I ordered these in the dark grey and when they arrived they all said “Large” on the package (which it does not say anywhere on the photo or website). They are too big for my face and I cannot use them, so I have wasted my money. Additionally, they are “FDA registered,” as you can see on this site and on the FDA site (I checked). It is important to note that registering with the FDA is a requirement of anyone selling surgical masks in the US, but this is not the same as “FDA approved” or “FDA listed.” From the FDA website: “The FDA does not issue any kind of certification to demonstrate a manufacturer is in compliance with the FDA’s requirements.” I feel misled but I should have done more research beforehand.
Admin –
Hello,
We are sorry you are not satisfied with our product, so we’d like to help explain a few details pertaining to our products.
Firstly, the situation with the “Large size” mask is that cultural difference is caused by a translational misunderstanding. In Korea, a large size is equal to an “Adult” size, not as multiple adult sizes offered in the United States. Please note that in Korea, the medium size is for teenagers and the small size is for kindergarten and elementary school students size.
Secondly, I like to explain FDA’s review process.
In Korea, in order for manufacturers to use the mask’s title name, “KF94” it must pass a government approval test required by the Korean government in Korea. Then, when a manufacturer approved by the Korean government wants to sell in the United States, they must submit legal documents to the FDA and see if it meets its requirements.
In the FDA process, they review each document, only after passing the document test, they are able to conduct the ingredient and stability tests. The U.S FDA is not a government branch that passes any grants of permission to sell anything you apply for.
Even now, many foreign manufacturers are applying for approbation from the FDA, and many manufacturers are being rejected, that’s why our site is only able to carry two types of manufacturers.
As a seller, we don’t want to introduce problematic foreign products to the American people including ourselves.
Thank you for your comment and we hope our explanation is sufficient.