Respiratory Protection
Medical Face Masks
EN 14683:2019+AC:2019
Types
Type I, Type II, Type IIR
BFE
≥ 95% (I) / ≥ 98% (II/IIR)
Splash resistance
Type IIR only
EN 14683 specifies the requirements for medical face masks (surgical masks). It distinguishes three types based on bacterial filtration efficiency (BFE) and splash resistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Type II and Type IIR?
Both have a BFE of ≥ 98%. Type IIR additionally offers splash resistance (≥ 16 kPa) and is therefore suitable for surgical procedures.