Light Weight Full Face Mask Respirator
Recall Summary DeWalt is recalling lightweight full face mask respirators sold in Belgium due to cracking or fracturing around the exhalation valve that can compromise the mask's sealing and protective performance. The defect may allow hazardous airborne particles, fumes, or contaminants to reach the wearer's lungs, potentially causing respiratory health problems. The masks do not meet required safety standards for personal protective equipment.
- Recalling firm
- Dewalt
- Product
- Reusable respirator mask available with a range of filters, providing protection in workplaces with high levels of fine dust, lead, silica, MDF particles or other forms of airborne industrial pollutants. Light weight full face mask respirator
- Reason
- Cracking or fracturing in the area of the exhalation valve may compromise the structural integrity and sealing performance of the respirator, thereby reducing its effectiveness. As a result, the wearer may be exposed to hazardous airborne particles, fumes, or other contaminants due to inadequate respiratory protection, which may lead to adverse effects on respiratory health. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulation nor with European standard EN 149.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- consumer product recall
- Country
- European Union
- Agency
- SAFETY-GATE
- Recall date
- 2026-04-17
- Status
- Ongoing
- Areas affected
- BE
- Distribution
- Belgium
Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/99ee2e5e-4892-4624-9feb-908be7078f79