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GB2626 is the Chinese standard, and NIOSH is the US standard. With that said, the GB2626 standard applies to the KN95 (China), and the NIOSH standard applies to the N95 (US). Due to the mask shortage, both masks are approved for use in the US and recognized by the CDC and FDA as such. Since the N95 is much more expensive with very limited production capacity, customers are typically opting for the KN95.
Although there are a few factories making N95 masks in China, the majority of Chinese factories are producing only the GB2626 KN95, as that is the Chinese standard mask. Because the supply of N95 masks coming from China is so limited, the price for these masks is higher.
Yes, all KN95 masks are approved for use by the CDC and FDA, assuming they meet the GB2626 standard.
GB2626 is needed for KN95, and NIOSH is needed for N95.
Yes, there are counterfeit N95/KN95 that are without the needed NIOSH/GB2626 certifications. Please make sure you order the masks from the suppliers that you trust and will provide you the required proof of certification.
Chinese plants need to pass a three to four-day owner/operator US FDA audit. Manufacturing plants should be able to provide you with this documentation.
Because of the high demand and increased cost of materials, many manufacturers only requiring 50-100% payment in advance in order to fund the manufacturing process.
Due to a tremendous increase in the international demand for masks and other PPE supplies; there is a massive shortage in materials and equipment to produce. This supply/demand disparity is driving an increase in product price.
Depending on the specific product, the shipping times vary from 7-14 days. Due to increased demand, customs clearance, and fewer flights, expected lead time can vary.
Depending on the specific product, the shipping times vary from 7-14 days. Due to increased demand, customs clearance, and fewer flights, expected lead time can vary.
Due to the worldwide pandemic, the demand and subsequent requests for masks from China has skyrocketed. As an example, read the article below that highlights LVMH’s order of 10 million masks from China for France. This type of scenario has become extremely common and has created an immense urgency and unprecedented growth in the PPE marketplace.
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