Collection: Masques N95 et KN95

Canadian-made N95 masks have become a preferred item across the country, and PPE Supply Canada is proud of its Made in Canada Collection. All of our made-in-Canada masks are soft, comfortable and hypoallergenic while providing optimal levels of breathability and long-lasting protection.

Purchasing Canadian-made items helps us to support our fellow neighbours and enhance the protection of our communities! Shop local, shop Canadian!

The main difference between a KN95 mask and an N95 mask is how they are certified, rather than the masks themselves. N95 masks are required to pass an inspection process from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), which is part of the Centers for Disease Control. However, KN95 masks can receive approval from the Food & Drug Association (FDA), which works through an emergency authorization for foreign certification. This is why only N95 masks are approved for healthcare use in Canada and the United States, even though KN95 masks have many of the same protective properties.

It's important to keep in mind that neither of the two standards is superior to one another, as companies can manufacture masks for both standards, in both countries. Both KN95 and N95 masks are made from multiple layers of synthetic materials (such as polypropylene) and are designed to filter out 95 percent of particles in the air (0.3-micron particles).

NIOSH-approved N95 masks must pass a rigorous inspection and certification process from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), which is part of the CDC. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health will issue approval only to a specific, completed respirator after it has been evaluated by a certified laboratory and has been deemed to comply with public health regulations and requirements.

The NIOSH-certified Honeywell N95 Respirator is flexible, light-weight and conforms gently to the face, minimizing pressure points. The NIOSH-certified N95 mask is equipped with durable, latex-free, dual-welded, water-resistant head straps that are easy to don and doff, providing a secure and comfortable fit. The cup shape provides a spacious breathing chamber and is paired with an adjustable nose bridge piece.