Regards,
Will the next millionaire be someone who produces custom decorative NON N95 masks? Listening to the news I would hazard a guess that facial masks and coverings will be recommended for some level of protection against virus transmission via infected droplets ... and if I know my Americans the hardware store single color paint mask just ain't gonna cut it. Like T-Shirts Americans will want to make a statement with their facial gear ... they may want the Darth Vader look or Predator or a dog's snout, big smile, or some catchy phrase or statement ...
In preparation for this eBay needs to make sure their computer bots are NOT taking down NON N95 mask listings ... if they don't they will be doing a disservice to sellers offering all different kinds of masks as well as hurting themselves with the ability to make more fees on sold items.
You heard it first on The Community!
@eunster1313 wrote:I'm not trying to rain on you parade.
Personal Protective Equipment for Infection Control
Premarket Notification 510(k)
https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/premarket-submissions/premarket-notification-510k
Interesting ... a quick note here, the Mayor of LA (I believe it was him on the news this AM) stated that he is recommending facial coverage even if its a bandanna ... I am sure most people making face masks privately (like many are reporting) have no idea that rules you linked even exist nor do I believe all the people that will wind up making them will be Policed ... so, its more of a passing shower on the parade, not full blown rain. What eBay decides is of course their business ...
@kathieskorner wrote:Didn't you read where Ralph Lauren and a number of European designers are currently making masks and gowns in their sewing factories instead of designer clothing - many of which are being donated not sold??
Nope, didn't read about it ... folks have the choice to donate or sell, that is a personal decision. R.L. has deep pockets so can probably afford to do that and write it off at the end of the year and I say GOOD for them, I think its great! I am also not passing judgement on people who sell custom masks, times are tough and they may need the additional income and if they can get it I say the same thing, GOOD for them!
Nobody is braking any laws if they make a home made mask or wear a home made mask.
Any Face mask becomes a regulated medical device if you infer or claim in any why shape or form that it will protect someone from any medical disease.
Product Classification
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfPCD/classification.cfm?id=2901
COVID19-Face-Masks-Guidance
https://www.fda.gov/media/136449/download
@earlyant-77 wrote:
@mr_lincoln wrote:
@eunster1313 wrote:I'm not trying to rain on you parade.
Personal Protective Equipment for Infection Control
Premarket Notification 510(k)
https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/premarket-submissions/premarket-notification-510k
Interesting ... a quick note here, the Mayor of LA (I believe it was him on the news this AM) stated that he is recommending facial coverage even if its a bandanna ... I am sure most people making face masks privately (like many are reporting) have no idea that rules you linked even exist nor do I believe all the people that will wind up making them will be Policed ... so, its more of a passing shower on the parade, not full blown rain. What eBay decides is of course their business ...
"All personal protective equipment (PPE) that is intended for use as a medical device must follow The FDA's regulations and should meet applicable voluntary consensus standards for protection. This includes surgical masks, N95 respirators, medical gloves, and gowns."
I take that to mean for use in hospitals, ambulances, and the medical community. Not for Joe or Jane Public who wants to take a walk down the street but still wants to put a mask on.
This face shield will stop wood chips or infected droplets ... it doesn't know the difference OR if it was designated for medical purposes or industrial use ... it's just a face shield.
@clu3 wrote:I ordered two fabric masks on Etsy today.
Awesome! Etsy Sellers are making money on selling masks ... what a great idea!?!
It looks like by Monday we'll all be donning our masks ... who else is getting ready???
