NIOSH-approved N95 respirators are the most protective type of face mask, according to the CDC. Doctors explain how to shop for them.

KN95 masks are the Chinese equivalent of N95 masks and meet international safety standards. They are not NIOSH-approved, but they do filter out 95 percent of particles.

That includes production of 100 million masks a month just in the US. 3M's NIOSH-approved N95 mask filters at least 95% of non-oil based air particles. 3M ...

Another difference between N95 and KN95 masks comes at the price point. Because KN95 masks are not certified by NIOSH, they usually come at a cheaper price than their N95 counterparts.

Federal authorities are investigating a massive counterfeit N95 mask operation in which fake 3M masks were sold in at least five states to hospitals, medical facilities and government agencies ...

3M 8511 Drywall Disposable N95 Mask ($30 for 10) With temperatures warming up, it's important to have a lightweight N95 face mask that won't feel like a burden to wear — just like this 3M ...

The N95 respirator mask is regulated by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), a division of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

On the mask There’s no branding. You should see the name of the company or logo right on the mask, whether it’s an N95, KN95, or a KF94.

NIOSH-approved N95 respirators are the most protective type of face mask, according to the CDC. Doctors explain how to shop for them.

The 3M N95 VFlex face mask is a NIOSH-approved mask. It features V-shaped pleats that expand to provide a comfortable seal while giving you a spacious feel.

Take the coveted 3M 8511 mask respirator, for example, or the 3M 9205+ respirator, both of which are available in small and large quantities on the Clinical Supplies USA website.