The review found that biomass graphene particles are not shed from these masks in quantities that are likely to cause adverse lung effects. Ltd., related to the biomass graphene contained within its four models. Health Canada has reviewed the available scientific literature along with data provided by Shandong Shengquan New Materials Co. As a precaution while a risk assessment was ongoing, Health Canada directed all known importers and distributors of these masks to remove four mask models from one manufacturer, Shandong Shengquan New Materials Co. Health Canada previously advised Canadians not to use face masks that contain graphene after a preliminary assessment identified some potential for inhaled graphene particles to cause early lung effects in animals (e.g., early signs of inflammation). Report any health product adverse events or complaints to Health Canada. What to do: Do not use face masks labelled to contain graphene unless they are listed in the table below.
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If additional graphene masks are permitted for sale, Health Canada will update Canadians. No other graphene face masks are currently permitted for sale in Canada. As a result, sale of these masks can resume in Canada. Issue: Health Canada assessed four models produced by the company and found no health risks of concern.Products: Face masks manufactured by Shandong Shengquan New Materials Co.can resume sale in Canada Health Canada found no health risks of concern with these products UPDATE (July 13, 2021): Graphene face masks by Shandong Shengquan New Materials Co. Consumers are encouraged to check back for updates. Health Canada will continue to update the permitted products table below if it authorizes any other face masks containing graphene. Health Canada continues to encourage Canadians to submit a complaint if they find graphene masks being sold in Canada other than the ones listed in the table below. Aside from the products listed in the table, no other graphene face masks are currently permitted for sale in Canada.Ĭompanies wishing to sell graphene masks must first provide evidence to Health Canada demonstrating the safety and effectiveness of their models, as the risks with using graphene masks may vary depending on mask design. Health Canada has authorized the sale of an additional face mask containing graphene: the Zen Guard Disposable Face Mask With Biocidal Coating, by Trebor Rx Corp. UPDATE (September 28, 2021): Additional graphene face mask authorized for sale