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) |
|
Flow rate |
85 L/min |
Varied – see above |
85 L/min |
Varied – see above |
Varied – see above |
40 L/min |
|
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 |
|
Force applied |
-245 Pa |
N/A |
-1180 Pa |
-250 Pa |
N/A |
-1,470 Pa |
|
CO2 clearance requirement |
N/A |
≤1% |
≤ 1% |
≤1% |
≤ 1% |
≤ 1% |
*Japan JMHLW-Notification 214 requires an Inward Leakage test rather than a TIL test.
Ebony D Caldwell (verified owner) –
Fast delivery, and these masks are super comfortable. Highly recommend.
Lauren (verified owner) –
This is the only company I will buy my masks from. They ship quickly and the masks are very high quality and reliable.
Loren Lees –
I have tried multiple different masks from multiple different companies and this mask is the best I’ve tried! The mask itself was light and easy to breathe in, but still provided the protection needed. Not to mention, the mask’s color and design look very nice on my face! Personally, I’d say this is one of the best mask you can get out there!
Mark –
Hey these aren’t made in the USA, so stop using our flag to sell Chinese or Korean made products..be honest,this turns me off..
Edith Wood –
Made in Korea!!! You make it seem as though it is make in the USA. Time to rethink your distributor.
Julie –
I was sold to this brand, and this company that sells it, after my school-age children wore it all day at Epcot in October 2020 -with no complaints! We feel we can breathe in these masks and they provide a nice seal. Bests masks to keep us safe during these times.
Susan –
Quality, comfortable masks and fast shipping. Each mask is sealed and includes a clip in case you want to secure the loops around your head. I prefer to wear with the ear loops. Can’t find the masks anywhere in Virginia. Thank you for supplying them!
Marilyn L (verified owner) –
I ordered two sets of KF94 masks from Amazon that ended up being fake and I had to return… I started googling and found Empire Supply, and am so delighted to find authentic KF94 masks! I used to work in the import/export industry, and am really familiar with textiles. I cut open one of these masks and can verify that they have at least 4 layers of non-woven material. These are lightweight (but not in a flimsy way), comfortable, and fit well and snug on the face. I also noticed that those that left bad reviews made sinophobic and anti-Asian comments, and aren’t actually about the product. What people don’t understand is that most textiles in the world area actually supplied by Asia. USA manufacturers, even if they claim something is made in the USA, often still import their raw materials and textiles from Asia. There is nothing wrong with this being made in South Korea, in fact, I’m more relieved that it is because this is where KF94 masks originated from, and I trust the Korean FDA. KF94 masks are essentially the South Korean equivalent of an N95 mask, and pleated disposable masks, and the “94” in the name indicates a 94 percent filtration efficacy. I’ll definitely recommend this to my friends, and buy from here again when I run out 🙂
Steve T. from Arizona –
Excellent masks. I got the O2 Wear and they fit perfectly. The sit up just a bit farther on the nose so that my glasses to not fog. Nose piece is better than other ones = sturdier. The mask fits well under the chin creating less leakage. Highly recommend. KN94 are made in South Korea to meet USA standards and are individually wrapped.
Lynn Craig (verified owner) –
LOVE these masks and this company. These have kept us safe as we can be through the pandemic and it seems we will continue needing them so we will keep buying from this seller. Our last order had a shipping problem (not their fault) and they were so kind and helped resolve it quickly and kindly.
These are out of stock so trying another KF94 style this time! Thank you!