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Fabric inlays at Aldi and Amazon: The solution for expensive FFP2 masks? Expert clarifies

2021-02-03T09:02:45.513Z


They are available from discounters like Aldi and online retailers like Amazon - but how useful are mask insoles really? There are several factors to consider.


They are available from discounters like Aldi and online retailers like Amazon - but how useful are mask insoles really?

There are several factors to consider.

  • The mask requirement has become an integral part of everyday life in Germany.

  • However, there are high costs, especially for better protective FFP2 masks.

  • So-called mask insoles are increasingly on offer again.

    But caution is advised here.

Munich - There is currently almost no one around wearing a mask to contain the coronavirus *.

However, especially after the introduction of the FFP2 mask requirement when shopping and in local public transport, the costs are increasing.

Could the solution be in special inserts that are glued into the mask between the nose and mouth?

The insoles, which according to the manufacturers are supposed to prevent moisture, came onto the market after the introduction of the mask requirement in the Corona crisis * last year.

There was also a better "comfort" for the wearer in the room - as well as increased protection.

At that time, however, the products could not establish themselves on a large scale.

Coronavirus: the solution for expensive FFP2 masks?

Aldi and Amazon have them in their range

The increased use of FFP2 masks * is now leading to renewed discussions about insoles.

Could the expensive Corona * protective masks be reused several times after all?

At Aldi Süd * as well as in selected Edeka * branches, the deposits are already back on the shelves - and the products are also increasingly being found on Amazon.

In an interview with the technology magazine

Chip

, Christof Asbach from the Society for Aerosol Research spoke about the insoles that are supposed to filter air when you inhale or exhale.

"Unfortunately, we have no scientific knowledge about the effectiveness of the mask insoles," the expert says in advance.

In principle, an additional layer can increase the filter effect - but only if both layers are also flowed through.

Explained in the video: Cleaning FFP2 masks - you should know that

Inlay as a solution for expensive FFP2 masks?

Use "not advisable"

“At the same time, however, the breathing resistance increases, which means that more air escapes unfiltered to the side.

Which effect outweighs cannot be assessed without measurement, ”Asbach also points out.

Using it in conjunction with FFP2 or similar masks is "not advisable".

Because the mask can no longer close close to the face because of the insert.

So it makes sense not to put too much hope on the mask inlays.

If you still want to try it, you should make sure that the mask still sits tightly on your mouth and nose, according to

Chip

.

(

nema

) (* Merkur.de is part of the Ippen-Digital network)

Meanwhile, the corona situation in Germany remains tense - the mask requirement will probably continue to accompany citizens.

All developments on the crisis are available in the Corona ticker.

Source: merkur

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