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Release of stockpiled N95 filtering facepiece respirators beyond the manufacturer-designated shelf life: considerations for the COVID-19 response
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Description:Some U.S. stockpiles include N95 filtering facepiece respirators (N95s) that have exceeded their manufacturer-designated shelf life. U.S. Government decision makers are considering whether these products should be released for use during the COVID-19 response. Information is provided below that may be used to inform these product release decisions. In times of respiratory protective device shortage, such as during the COVID-19 response, supplies must be managed so that protection against exposure is adequate.
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Content Notes:Background -- Considerations to inform product release decisions -- CDC/NIOSH Recommendations-- Footnote.
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