Mask Type | Can help in preventing spread | Suitable for |
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Disposable masks | Medical / Non-medical | |
Reusable masks | Non-medical | |
Disposbale dust mask FFP1 | Non-medical | |
Disposbale dust mask FFP2 & FFP3 | Non-medical |
Mask Type | Bacterial Filtering Efficiency | Fluid repellence | Usage | EN Number |
---|---|---|---|---|
Civilian | >90 | Civilian / non-medical | Not EU | |
Type 1 / Medical | >95 | General medical | EN14683 | |
Type 2 / Medical | >98 | General medical | EN14683 | |
Type 2R / Surgical | >98 | Surgical where harmful splashes can occur. Sterile. | EN14683 |
Mask Type | Filtration level | Leakage to the inside | Usage |
---|---|---|---|
FFP1 | >80% | <22% | This mask is mainly used as a dust mask (home renovations and various types of work) and can help with the prevention of spread from the wearer to others |
FFP2 | >94% | <8% | These masks are mainly used in construction, agriculture, and healthcare professionals against influenza viruses. They are currently used for protection against Covid-19. |
FFP3 | >99% | <2% | These masks protect against very fine particles such as asbestos and can be used for protection against Covid-19. |
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