3M™ particulate respirator 8210, N95 is a disposable particulate respirator that is designed to help provide reliable respiratory protection of at least 95% filtration efficiency against certain non-oil-based particles. This respirator is designed for use for particles such as those from grinding, sanding sweeping sawing bagging or other dusty operations. This respirator can also help reduce inhalation exposures to certain airborne biological particles (examples mold, bacillus anthracis, mycobacterium tuberculosis), but cannot eliminate the risk of contracting infection illness or disease. The respirator incorporates 3M™ proprietary technology with advanced electrostatically charged microfiber filter media designed for ease of breathing. This respirator is compatible with a variety of protective eyewear and hearing protection. This particulate respirator is NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) approved for environments containing certain non-oil-based particles and provides at least 95% filter efficiency. Breathing hazardous particles can pose a risk to your health. NIOSH a federal government regulatory agency has tested and approved the 3M™ particulate respirator 8210 which is designed to help reduce exposure to certain airborne particles.