FDA guidance

Enforcement Policy for Face Masks, Barrier Face Coverings, Face Shields, Surgical Masks…

FDA guidance · Final · issued Sep 15, 2021

Key facts

Title Enforcement Policy for Face Masks, Barrier Face Coverings, Face Shields, Surgical Masks, and Respirators During the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Public Health Emergency (Revised): Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff
Status Final
Issue date Sep 15, 2021
Center Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Issuing office Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Communication type Guidance Document
Regulated product Medical Devices
Topics Premarket
Docket number FDA-2020-D-1138
Open for comment No
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