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expired Posted by ys115 • Jun 18, 2020
expired Posted by ys115 • Jun 18, 2020

Powecom KN95 masks (on FDA apprv. list as of 06/17) from Manufacturer Authorized US Distributor $18.50/10pcs

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21.99 for 10 pcs and 14.99 for 5.

Headbands are now $29/10. Also, coupon code SAVE5 take 5% off either headbands or earloops.

$18.89 /10pcs Free shipping
$54 /30pcs ($1.8 per mask) Free shipping


The price is raised to $29/10pcs, maybe due to SD effect and/or use of free shipping code

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Just read a news release when I was trying to find some product info:

June 16th, 2020

Guangzhou Powecom Labor Insurance Supplies Co., Ltd appoints www.bonafidemasks.com , a division of Ball Chain Mfg. Co., Inc. as the new premier distributor for our FDA Authorized KN95 mask products in the USA.

News link:
http://powecom.com/eng_news_08.html

Shopping link:
https://bonafidemasks.com/Powecom-kn-95/

FDA Appendix A: Authorized Imported, Non-NIOSH Approved Respirators Manufactured in China (Updated: June 17, 2020) [fda.gov]

The unit price isn't cheap: $2.4 each and shipping fee is kind of high: around $14 per order via UPS ground, although you can order more to cut down both unit price and shipping cost per unit.

However, this may be the first time we know we can get a quality KN95 on FDA authorization list from a trustful vendor which is endorsed by manufacturer.


Disclaimer: I am not associated with Powecom or its distributors. I am providing the aforementioned and forthcoming information based on online research, in order to help people who may need quality masks during current pandemic. I am not responsible for the accuracy of information and quality of Powecome's product. Please make purchase decision based on your own situation.
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Update:
21.99 for 10 pcs and 14.99 for 5.

Headbands are now $29/10. Also, coupon code SAVE5 take 5% off either headbands or earloops.

$18.89 /10pcs Free shipping
$54 /30pcs ($1.8 per mask) Free shipping


The price is raised to $29/10pcs, maybe due to SD effect and/or use of free shipping code

----- old post -----

Just read a news release when I was trying to find some product info:

June 16th, 2020

Guangzhou Powecom Labor Insurance Supplies Co., Ltd appoints www.bonafidemasks.com , a division of Ball Chain Mfg. Co., Inc. as the new premier distributor for our FDA Authorized KN95 mask products in the USA.

News link:
http://powecom.com/eng_news_08.html

Shopping link:
https://bonafidemasks.com/Powecom-kn-95/

FDA Appendix A: Authorized Imported, Non-NIOSH Approved Respirators Manufactured in China (Updated: June 17, 2020) [fda.gov]

The unit price isn't cheap: $2.4 each and shipping fee is kind of high: around $14 per order via UPS ground, although you can order more to cut down both unit price and shipping cost per unit.

However, this may be the first time we know we can get a quality KN95 on FDA authorization list from a trustful vendor which is endorsed by manufacturer.


Disclaimer: I am not associated with Powecom or its distributors. I am providing the aforementioned and forthcoming information based on online research, in order to help people who may need quality masks during current pandemic. I am not responsible for the accuracy of information and quality of Powecome's product. Please make purchase decision based on your own situation.

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jbviau
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Looks like shipping is now free on the headband-style masks, which are no longer listed as being in pre-order status: https://bonafidemasks.com/kn95-re...uthorized/
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I find the ear loop for the Powecom masks are sufficiently pretty tight. Since these mask a smaller than other mask already I can only imagine the headband style will really make it overly uncomfortable tight at a much higher cost per unit too.
The elastic straps by Powecom will extend all the way to the back for the ear loop style, you can just use ear savers or paper clip to increase the tension like I have done.
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I was testing my masks using a perfume and it took a few trys but I was able to get the scent of the perfume with the mask on. Are kn95s/n95 suppose to block all out smells?

After I took the masks off, their was a much greater scent of the smell and my mask smelt of it as well. I tired the candle blow test with this mask and the Snowjoes and both couldn't blow out the flame.

Also is their any type of medical tape or sports tape anyone can recommend? These masks only sealed when taped above the eyes wear the nose pieces curves, I suppose that's why Canada recalled them. I preordered the headband style already.

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Quote from TheHellion :
I was testing my masks using a perfume and it took a few trys but I was able to get the scent of the perfume with the mask on. Are kn95s/n95 suppose to block all out smells?

After I took the masks off, their was a much greater scent of the smell and my mask smelt of it as well. I tired the candle blow test with this mask and the Snowjoes and both couldn't blow out the flame.

Also is their any type of medical tape or sports tape anyone can recommend? These masks only sealed when taped above the eyes wear the nose pieces curves, I suppose that's why Canada recalled them. I preordered the headband style already.
Not sure about all smells but in the hospitals I believe they use saccharine and see if the wearer can smell it. If the seal is perfect I imagine you shouldn't smell the perfume. To know for sure you'd probably have to buy an expensive fit test kit like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-...960&sr=8-5

Some of these might be for organic vapor tests only and not particulates... Just an example.

Not sure if Canada recalled them due to fit as opposed to filtering ability and perhaps unauthorized distribution companies selling counterfeits.
Last edited by Surly3 July 10, 2020 at 11:40 AM.
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Quote from TheHellion :
I was testing my masks using a perfume and it took a few trys but I was able to get the scent of the perfume with the mask on. Are kn95s/n95 suppose to block all out smells?

After I took the masks off, their was a much greater scent of the smell and my mask smelt of it as well. I tired the candle blow test with this mask and the Snowjoes and both couldn't blow out the flame.

Also is their any type of medical tape or sports tape anyone can recommend? These masks only sealed when taped above the eyes wear the nose pieces curves, I suppose that's why Canada recalled them. I preordered the headband style already.
N95 masks are not meant to block scents/aromas. They will block some scents that are carried in fluid droplets (like in your perfume) but they aren't effective at blocking the actual aroma molecules as those are TINY compared to a virus.
  • Fluid droplets usually range from 1-500 microns.
  • COVID-10 is 0.125 microns
  • An aroma molecule can be around 0.005 microns.

If you want a mask that blocks scents, then an Organic Vapor Respirator will usually work. It uses an activated carbon (charcoal) filter which will block the odors.
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I ordered a 10-pack of the headband masks to try out, and discovered that this merchant is eligible for the $5 Amex Shop Small credit. Got a confirmation email from Amex that it was automatically applied. So only $28 taking that into account.

https://slickdeals.net/f/14160047-amex-offers-eligible-small-business-spend-10-receive-5-credit-valid-for-select-cardholders
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Quote from FuKuRoKu :
N95 masks are not meant to block scents/aromas. They will block some scents that are carried in fluid droplets (like in your perfume) but they aren't effective at blocking the actual aroma molecules as those are TINY compared to a virus.
  • Fluid droplets usually range from 1-500 microns.
  • COVID-10 is 0.125 microns
  • An aroma molecule can be around 0.005 microns.

If you want a mask that blocks scents, then an Organic Vapor Respirator will usually work. It uses an activated carbon (charcoal) filter which will block the odors.
Thank you so much for the information. I only asked because I may have to leave my home at the end of this month for nursing school purposes (drug test at Lab Corp) and fingerprinted (at a ups store). My driver's license also expires next month and I have to go in person to renew it and take a new picture which mean my mask has to come off. I'm very worried and may end up not doing any of it. I live in Florida which is why I'm so worried, especially having to take my mask off in a tax collectors office for a few seconds.
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Made in China with a pinch of Covid dust sprinkled on. No thanks.

100% Made in USA 3M N95 NIOSH approved. Bough 3 boxes in February, running low now and rationing.
Well not everyone was lucky enough to buy the 3Ms and they aren't available now. Also, the viruses probably aren't viable after transit to the USA.
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How long does delivery take once ordered?

I see they ship from New York. I live in a Great Lakes state. How long should I expect for delivery after placing an order?
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Quote from Brighton :
How long does delivery take once ordered?

I see they ship from New York. I live in a Great Lakes state. How long should I expect for delivery after placing an order?
Mine took a week, didn't get shipment email for 4 days after placing order.
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Quote from HEATBaller :
Made in China with a pinch of Covid dust sprinkled on. No thanks.

100% Made in USA 3M N95 NIOSH approved. Bough 3 boxes in February, running low now and rationing.
China is not the one that has a COVID problem right now, it's the US
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Quote from Brighton :
How long does delivery take once ordered?

I see they ship from New York. I live in a Great Lakes state. How long should I expect for delivery after placing an order?
Placed order over weekend. Got email on Monday. Received on Wednesday in TX. Got the ear loop style pack of 10.
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Thank you so much for the information. I only asked because I may have to leave my home at the end of this month for nursing school purposes (drug test at Lab Corp) and fingerprinted (at a ups store). My driver's license also expires next month and I have to go in person to renew it and take a new picture which mean my mask has to come off. I'm very worried and may end up not doing any of it. I live in Florida which is why I'm so worried, especially having to take my mask off in a tax collectors office for a few seconds.
Things will not be same by the time your DL expires. And as far as I am aware, few states allowed people to continue with expired DL for a while when DMV was closed.

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Quote from Brighton :
How long does delivery take once ordered?

I see they ship from New York. I live in a Great Lakes state. How long should I expect for delivery after placing an order?
I live in Long island,NY. Ordered Monday. Hasnt shipped yet

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