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KN95 face mask - 1, 5, 10 or 20 packs - From £2.99 from MediCare
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Where can I buy n95 or surgical face masks?
Brand new COVID response retailer Farms2Fork is selling KN95 standard masks in packs of 2 (£9.95) or 10 (£44.95) and also in bulk packs of 100 (£396) or 1,000 (£1,795).
Popular deals retailer Wowcher is also selling N95 masks, with 3 packs available for £10.99 and 5 packs available for £14.99.
Shoppers can also check online marketplace eBay for verified sellers of protective N95 and KN95 face masks.
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Where to buy N95, KN95, FFP2 and FFP3 masks online
1. Farms2Fork
Farms2Fork launched specifically to offer consumers easy access to COVID-19 essential products, including face masks.
- Based in the UK
- Multipacks available
- Competitive prices
2. Rutherford Health
Rutherford Health are registered suppliers of clinical grade PPE, including KN95 masks.
- Free delivery
- Bulk pricing for 50 units or more
- UK stock
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3. MediCare
London-based company MediCare offer several types of mask to choose from.
Whether it's KN95 or the surgical variety, shop Medicare for facial protection now.
- £3.45 for Royal Mail tracked items
- Range of masks available
- Bulk buy options
4. Wowcher
Popular deals website Wowcher offers great discounts on masks of all types.
Shop discounted deals on KN95 and FFP2 at Wowcher.
- Big discounts
- Bulk buy options
- Fast shipping
5. LivingSocial
LivingSocial has big discounts on trending products, including N95 respirator face masks.
- Big discounts
- KN95, surgical & cloth masks
- Fast shipping options
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6. eBay
As a huge online marketplace eBay has a selection of available masks available from UK sellers.
- Free delivery on some orders
- Bulk buy options available
- International delivery available
7. Chemist 4 U
UK based online pharmacy Chemist 4 U has KN95 masks available for fast delivery.
Buy N95 masks from a trusted UK online pharmacy and even get free delivery when you spend £30 or more!
- UK based retailer
- Free delivery on orders over £30
- KN95 and FFP3 available
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8. GoGroopie
GoGroopie has KN95 face masks, surgical masks and cloth masks on sale.
- Student discount via Student Beans
- Regular savings
- Range of face masks
N95 face masks, also called respirator masks, are designed to filter out fine particles from the air. They can protect wearers from things like smoke, dust, fumes, and in some cases, airborne illnesses like coronavirus. Demand for antiviral face masks is understandably high at the moment. No mask will reduce the risk of infection to zero. Some researchers argue that simply having any mask will reduce the rate of coronavirus transmission by stopping people touching their faces – which is a major cause of the spread. Others argue that masks can introduce a false sense of security. Looking to buy masks for coronavirus? We’ve scoured the internet so you know where to buy face masks online in the UK that are in stock and will be delivered ASAP.
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Find face masks in bulk quantities at discounted prices hereWhich type of coronavirus mask is best?
Not all masks are created equal, so it is worth knowing which masks are technically the most effective at blocking the smallest particles, in this case, viruses. Below we compare the most common types of masks you’re likely to find and show the test that each type of mask has to pass to meet the required standard. Different standards require testing with particles of different diameters: testing with particles of 0.1 microns in diameter is the highest standard, while testing with particles of 0.3 microns in diameter is more standard, and a 3 micron particle test is used to evaluate blocking bacteria, rather than viruses.
Mask filter efficiency compared
| Mask Type | 0.1 size particles | 0.3 size particles | 3.0 size particles | Standards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-use face masks | – | – | 95% | – |
| Surgical mask | 30% | – | 95% | China: YY 0469 |
| Surgical mask – level 1 | 95% | – | 95% | USA: ASTM F2100 |
| Surgical mask – level 2 | 98% | – | 98% | USA: ASTM F2100 |
| Surgical mask – level 3 | 98% | – | 98% | USA: ASTM F2100 |
| Surgical mask – Type 1 | – | – | 95% | EU: EN 14683 |
| Surgical mask – Type 2 | – | – | 98% | EU: EN 14683 |
| Surgical mask – Type 3 | – | – | 98% | EU: EN 14683 |
| N95/KN95 respirator mask | – | 95% | – | USA: NIOSH (42 CFR 84) / China GB2626 |
| N99 respirator mask (KN98) | – | 99% | – | USA: NIOSH (42 CFR 84) / China GB2626 |
| N100 respirator mask (KN100) | – | 99.97% | – | USA: NIOSH (42 CFR 84) / China GB2626 |
| FFP1 respirator mask (P1) | – | 80% | – | EU: 149:2001 |
| FFP2 respirator mask (P2) | – | 94% | – | EU: 149:2001 |
| FFP3 respirator mask | – | 95% | – | EU: 149:2001 |
Source: Smart Air
What's the difference between a P2, FFP2, KN95 and N95 face mask?
Depending on your location, different face mask types are more widely used. For example, in the United States and Canada, N95 are common; in Australia and New Zealand you'll see P2 masks more often; in China, KN95 is the standard. Mask manufacturer 3M, which specialises in filtering facepiece respirators (FFR) masks, offers the following explanation of the main differences between each mask type.| Certification/Class | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filter performance | ≥ 95% | ≥ 95% | ≥ 95% | ≥ 94% | ≥ 94% | ≥ 95% |
| Test agent | NaCl | NaCl and paraffin oil | NaCl | NaCl | NaCl and paraffin oil | NaCl |
| Flow rate | 85 L/min | 95 L/min | 85 L/min | 95 L/min | 95 L/min | 85 L/min |
| Total inward leakage (TIL) | N/A | ≤ 8% leakage | ≤ 8% leakage | ≤ 8% leakage | ≤ 8% leakage | Inward Leakage measured and included in User Instructions |
| Inhalation resistance | ≤ 343 Pa | ≤ 70 Pa (at 30L/min)≤ 240 Pa (at 95 L/min)≤ 500 Pa (clogging) | ≤ 350 Pa | ≤ 70 Pa (at 30L/min)≤ 240 Pa (at 95L/min) | ≤ 70 Pa (at 30L/min)≤ 240 Pa (at 95L/min) | ≤ 70 Pa (w/valve)≤ 50 Pa (no valve) |
| Flow rate | 85L/min | Varied – seeabove | 85L/min | Varied – seeabove | Varied – seeabove | 40L/min |
| Exhalation resistance | ≤ 245 Pa | ≤ 300 Pa | ≤ 250 Pa | ≤ 120 Pa | ≤ 300 Pa | ≤ 70 Pa (w/valve) ≤ 50 Pa (no valve) |
| Flow rate | 85L/min | 160L/min | 85L/min | 85L/min | 160L/min | 40L/min |
| Exhalation valve leakage requirement | Leak rate ≤ 30mL/min | N/A | Depressurization to 0 Pa ≥ 20 sec | Leak rate ≤ 30mL/min | Visual inspection after 300L /min for 30 sec | Depressurization to 0 Pa ≥ 15sec |
| Force applied | -245 Pa | N/A | -1180 Pa | -250 Pa | N/A | -1,470 Pa |
| CO2 clearance requirement | N/A | ≤ 1% | ≤ 1% | ≤ 1% | ≤ 1% | ≤ 1% |
How to remove your mask properly
First, be sure to wash your hands thoroughly before putting on your mask. When you’re ready to take it off, do not touch the front of the mask — it could be contaminated. Instead, remove it by pulling the bottom strap over the back of your head, followed by the top strap. Discard the mask, and then wash your hands.
Frequently asked questions
How do P2, N95, KN95, FFP2 and FFP3 face masks differ?
The difference is that FFP1, FFP2 and FFP3 masks have to meet European testing requirements, while N95 masks must adhere to the US equivalent, P2 masks to the Australian equivalent and the KN95 mask follows Chinese guidelines. The masks offer a comparable level of protection. An FFP3 mask, however, offers the highest level of protection against materials in a smaller concentration, which means they can block both liquid and solid aerosols. See our particle filtering comparison table for further information.
Current NHS guidelines for staff stipulate FFP3 face masks for virus and bacterial infection control when disease is spread through coughing and sneezing (such as with the coronavirus). They are also often used by NHS staff when handling hazardous pharmaceutical chemicals.
Do masks stop the spread of coronavirus?
On 11 May, the UK government published a document, Our plan to rebuild: The UK government’s COVID-19 recovery strategy, which advises the public to wear a homemade face-coverings in enclosed spaces where social distancing isn’t possible, such as in some shops and on public transport. The document says evidence suggests that wearing a face-covering may help protect others around you if you’re infected but aren’t showing symptoms, rather than protecting you, the wearer. While this new advice comes from the UK government, as devolved nations, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland will issue their own advice on such restrictions. In fact, Scotland and Northern Ireland had already asked the public to wear masks in enclosed spaces.
The World Health Organization (WHO) says that unless you are sick with COVID-19 and show symptoms, or you’re caring for someone who is sick, the general public should not wear masks. Instead, washing your hands and keeping your distance from others is thought to be more effective. These guidelines came under review by the WHO’s panel of advisers, after research from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) found that coughs could reach six metres and sneezes up to eight metres – while social distancing guidelines advised keeping only two metres away from others. However, the WHO panel has concluded that its previous advice should stand and that medical masks should be reserved for healthcare workers only, not the general public. The WHO has so far not recommended wearing a mask or covering your face in public if you’re healthy. However, the US public health body, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), has a different stance – it recommends that Americans wear cloth face masks when out in public. The WHO advises the general public against wearing face masks because it says they can easily be contaminated when you’re putting them on or removing them and because masks are thought to offer a false sense of security. Scientists and scientific bodies around the world are split on the issue.
Where can I buy 3M branded masks in the UK?
Brand new COVID supply retailer Farms2Fork currently has UK stock of 3M FFP2 masks. However, these masks are only available to medical personnel. If members of the general public wish to purchase 3M branded masks they will need to order from international marketplace websites such as AliExpress.
Does Tesco sell protective face masks?
Currently Tesco does not sell protective face masks. However we’ve found a number of alternative mask sellers online that you can choose from instead.
Does Amazon sell protective face masks?
Amazon’s marketplace stocks items from sellers all over the world, including lots of different models of protective face masks and other personal protective equipment. Although currently no N95 or FFP3 face masks are stocked by Amazon themselves or available for Prime delivery, there are several sellers on Amazon with available stock of masks.
When should I replace my N95 mask?
N95 respirators are typically designed to be worn for up to eight hours of continuous or intermittent use. However, different manufacturers will give different recommendations for their specific masks.
Disposable masks should be discarded altogether after use, while other masks are designed to be reused with a replacement filter.
According to the US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), a respirator can be reused as long as it “maintains its structural and functional integrity and the filter material is not physically damaged or soiled.” If there’s visible damage to the filter, the quality of the fit has deteriorated or you begin to have trouble breathing through it, then it’s time for a new one. Similarly, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that you should “Discard N95 respirators following close contact with any patient co-infected with an infectious disease requiring contact precautions”.
You should also wash your hands with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand sanitiser before holding the mask.
How an N95 mask is constructed
N95 masks are made of several layers of special non-woven fabric, with a filtration facepiece (FFP) respirator in the middle.
The two outer layers are made from melt-blown fabric, which filters out small airborne particles. Melt-blown fabric is made by melting polypropylene and other similar types of plastics and using a machine to draw the material out into fine strands. As these strands cool next to each other, they bond together to form a solid sheet of melt-blown fabric.
Between these two layers is a layer of no-melt cotton, which absorbs moisture, and the FFP respirator. The respirator component of masks like the N95, FFP1, FFP2 and FFP3 set them apart from disposable surgical masks, which do not contain a respirator but still protect the wearer from spreading airborne particles and being exposed to bodily fluids.
Sources
- Forbes
- The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering Medicine
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
- JAMA Network: N95 respirators vs medical masks
- Smart Air: Comparison of Mask Standards
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- BBC News
- JAMA Network: Turbulent gas clouds and respiratory pathogen emissions
- The New York Post
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