Medical and Surgical Face Masks
Single-use 3-ply medical face masks with elastic: Type IIR surgical masks from PRIMA, in 9 colours, and Abena, plus 3-pleat masks for children, all 50 per box. The category also has a reusable clear plastic mask. Below are all the products (4), with prices from 3.48 lei.
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Medical mask types: I, II and IIR
The harmonised European standard EN 14683:2019+AC:2019 divides medical face masks into Type I and Type II according to bacterial filtration efficiency. Type II is further divided into II and IIR according to splash resistance: the letter R stands for splash resistance. According to the European Commission guidance on medical face masks, Type I masks are for patients and other persons and are not intended for healthcare staff in an operating room or in settings with similar requirements.
Which masks you will find
| Mask | Type | Product sheet details | Pieces per box |
|---|---|---|---|
| PRIMA surgical mask | IIR | 3 layers: two of nonwoven polypropylene and one meltblown filter layer; elastic; non-sterile; white, blue, green, dark green, pink, lilac, burgundy, orange, black | 50 |
| Abena medical mask | IIR (EN 14683:2019) | 3 layers, blue, 17.5 × 9.5 cm, 120 mmHg fluid resistance, latex-free, ear-loop elastic | 50 |
| Children’s medical mask | not stated | 3 layers and 3 pleats, elastic, latex-free and fibreglass-free; pink, blue, white | 50 |
| Clear plastic mask | – | reusable, covers nose and mouth, with chin support and elastic, 17 × 15 × 8.7 cm | – |
How to choose
The mask type is chosen according to your facility’s protocol. Both adult surgical masks in this category are Type IIR: PRIMA, in 9 colours, and Abena, blue, with a declared fluid resistance of 120 mmHg. For children there is the 3-pleat mask in pink, blue or white; it and the Abena mask are marked latex-free. The product sheet of the clear plastic mask gives no EN 14683 classification.
Medical mask or FFP respirator
A medical face mask is a medical device: it covers the nose and mouth and limits the transmission of infective agents between staff and patient. Filtering face-piece (FFP) respirators are personal protective equipment that protects the wearer and falls under Regulation (EU) 2016/425. This category has no FFP respirators.
Oxygen masks, with a nebuliser or reservoir bag, are under oxygen therapy, face shields and goggles under safety glasses and face shields, and caps, gowns and shoe covers under disposable nonwoven products.
For the difference between Type I, II and IIR medical masks and FFP2 and FFP3 respirators, read the guide Medical masks or FFP respirators: differences and when to use each.
Frequently asked questions
What does IIR mean on surgical masks?
It is the classification in EN 14683:2019+AC:2019: Types I and II differ in bacterial filtration efficiency, and Type II is divided into II and IIR according to splash resistance. R stands for splash resistance. The PRIMA and Abena masks in this category are Type IIR.
Is a surgical mask the same as an FFP2 respirator?
No. A medical face mask is a medical device that limits the transmission of infective agents between staff and patient. An FFP respirator is personal protective equipment for the wearer, regulated by Regulation (EU) 2016/425.
How many masks are in a box?
The PRIMA and Abena surgical masks and the children’s masks are sold 50 per box.
What colours does the PRIMA surgical mask come in?
White, blue, green, dark green, pink, lilac, burgundy, orange and black. All variants are Type IIR 3-ply masks with elastic.
