This mask meets or exceeds the NIOSH N95 standard.
Carbon is great for odor and organic vapor filtration. This nuisance level carbon mask is perfect for use when painting, woodworking, or working with household cleaning solvents. This mask carries the NIOSH R95* rating and is designed to help provide reliable protection against certain oil and non-oil based particles including those present with nuisance levels of organic vapors such as solvents, degreasers, and resins. Those sensitive to newspaper print or magazine ink will finally enjoy relief. 1 latex-free mask per package. Product Note: The 3M 8656ES mask is exactly the same as the 3M 8247 masks except that it is sold as a single.
*NIOSH's R95 rating encompasses the N95 rating and the R signifies that is oil resistant, providing additional protection againt oil-based aerosol particles.