More information about surgical-style reusable face masks

• With an antibacterial and water-repellent treatment. Repels liquids such as saliva droplets produced when talking, coughing or sneezing.
• Resistant to tearing, breaking and wearing.
• Finish and lifetime conform to the UNE-CWA 17553 standard.
• Reusable, provided they are properly sanitised after each use.
• Slight folds on the front for a better fit to the shape of the face.
• With soft and comfortable elastic ear loops that match the colour of the mask.
• Heat-sealed edges (no seams) which make these masks lightier and pleasant to the touch.
• Lint-free.

DIMENSIONS (APPROX.)^(*)

^(*) These values are approximate and are provided as a guide. Some slight variations may occur as a result of normal irregularities in the manufacturing process.

PROPERTIES ACCORDING TO TESTS CARRIED OUT BY ITEL & AGC

• Bacterial filtration efficiency (BFE): ≥ 93,4%
• Breathability: < 29 Pa/cm²
• Aerosol filtration efficiency: ≥ 96%
• Particle filtration efficiency: ≥ 95%

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• ITEL Certificate on compliance of this face mask with the UNE 0065 Specification (.pdf - 1.58 MB).
• ITEL Certificate on the resistance to washing of this face mask (.pdf - 435 kB).
• AGC report on the determination of the antibacterial activity of this face mask according to the International Standard (ISO) 20743 (.pdf - 1.79 MB).

WASHING RECOMMENDATIONS

• Wash before use.
• We recommend using a detergent with wetting agents and a slightly alkaline pH, not higher than 9.
• Wash at a maximum temperature of 35ºC to ensure the face mask lasts for 70 washes without losing its properties.
• If washed at 60ºC, it will last up to 62 washes without affecting its properties.
• Wash with high water levels.
• Rinse with water only for 3 cycles.
• If using fabric softener, it must be antibacterial and used in the last rinse cycle.
• Do not dry-clean.
• Do not use bleach.
• Can be tumble dried at a maximum temperature of 70ºC.
• Can be ironed at a maximum temperature of 150ºC.

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE

• To ensure its effectiveness, the mask should not be in contact with unclean garments or handled with dirty hands.
• Personal use only.
• Do not use for more than 4 hours.
• Do not reuse a wet or dirty mask.
• Avoid the contact of dirty masks with other clean clothes.
• Store in a place where it cannot be contaminated.
• Do not use if the fabric is damaged, torn or deteriorated.
• Must be disposed of in closed containers with plastic bags.

Recommended instructions and parameters for sublimation printing (for the white face mask)

• Print the design in mirror image.
• Preheat the press to 180°C.
• Put protective paper on the press' lower platen.
• Hold the paper's printed side against the mask. Fix it with heat-resistant tape, or with a temporary adhesive.
• Place the mask on the press' lower platen and cover it with protective paper.
• Close the press at medium-heavy pressure for 60 seconds.
• Using a protective glove, remove the newly printed face mask from the press.
• Remove the paper carefully.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• This mask is not a medical device in the way defined in the Regulation (EU) 2017/745 of the European Parliament (.pdf - 1.46 MB), nor is it considered as personal protective equipment as established in the Regulation (EU) 2016/425 of the European Parliament (.pdf - 651 kB). Therefore, they do not fulfil the function of an approved sanitary mask for protection against coronavirus.
• It can be classified as a reusable hygienic mask according to the Specification by the Spanish Association for Standardisation (UNE) 0065 of April 2020 (.pdf - 759 kB) or as a community face covering according to the Spanish Standard UNE-CWA 17553 of July 2020 (.pdf - 1.27 MB).
• More information on products for prevention against the spread of the COVID-19 virus in Spain: Boletín Oficial del Estado - Núm. 109 del 19 de abril de 2020 (.pdf - 244 kB).