Your Guide to Masks and Respirators

With face coverings and masks available in many shapes, sizes, and colors, it can be challenging to find the one that offers the protection you need.
Read our infographic to learn about the most common types of masks and what to look for when choosing yours. If they fit your needs, we've provided a selection of available N95 masks below.
Additional Resources
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Your Guide To Masks
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: NIOSH Approved Particulate Filtering Facepiece Respirators
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Understanding Mask and Respirator Differences
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Respirator Frequently Asked Questions
- U.S. Food & Drug Administration: Face Masks, Barrier Face Coverings, Surgical Masks, and Respirators for COVID-19

3Mâ„¢ N95 Particulate Respirators, 8110S and 8210 Series
Lightweight disposable particulate respirators designed to provide protection of at least 95 percent filtration efficiency against certain non-oil based particles in applications such as grinding, sanding, sweeping, sawing, bagging or other dusty operations.
Disposable | Single-use |
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Certifications (OSHA) | OSHA 1910.134 |
Material Headstrap | Thermoplastic Elastomer |
Filter Efficiency | 95% |
Color | White |
Design Type | Cup/Molded |
Material | Polypropylene, Polyester |
For Use With (Application) | Assembly, cleaning, demolition, facility maintenance, grinding, machine operation, sanding, welding |
Aerosol Type | N - Not Resistant to Oil |
Sterility | Non-sterile |
Assigned Protection Factor (APF) | 10 |
Certifications (NIOSH) | NIOSH 42 CFR 84, N95, approval number: TC-84A-0007 |
Product Type | General Purpose Particulate Respirator |
Strap Attachment Type | Two-Strap Design |
With Faceseal | No |
Latex Free | Yes |
Nose Piece Material | Aluminum |
Filter Type | N95 |
Shelf Life | 5 years from date of manufacture |
Nosepiece Type | Adjustable Nose Clip |
FDA Cleared Surgical Mask | No |
With Exhalation Valve | No |
3Mâ„¢ N95 Comfort Plus Filtering Facepiece Respirators
Lightweight N95 particulate dust respirators are designed to help provide comfort, quality and reliable protection. Cool Flowâ„¢ exhalation valve reduces heat build up inside the respirator.
Disposable | Single-use |
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Certifications (OSHA) | OSHA 1910.134 |
Material Headstrap | Polyisoprene |
Filter Efficiency | 95% |
Size | Standard |
Color | White |
Design Type | Cup/Molded |
Material | Polypropylene, Polyester |
For Use With (Application) | Transportation, Construction, Mining, Oil & Gas, General Manufacturing |
Aerosol Type | N - Not Resistant to Oil |
Sterility | Non-sterile |
Assigned Protection Factor (APF) | 10 |
Product Type | General Purpose Particulate Respirator |
Latex Free | Yes |
Nose Piece Material | Aluminum |
Filter Type | N95 |
FDA Cleared Surgical Mask | No |
With Exhalation Valve | Yes |
AlphaProTech Critical Coverâ„¢ PFLâ„¢ N95 Particulate Respirator
N95 particulate respirator is NIOSH approved and meets WHO/CDC recommended protection levels for many airborne contaminants.
3Mâ„¢ N95 Particulate Respirator, 8200
Economical, disposable particulate respirator designed to provide reliable protection of at least 95 percent filtration efficiency against certain non-oil based particles.
3Mâ„¢ P95 Particulate Respirators with Nuisance Level Relief
P95 general purpose particulate respirators offer nuisance level acid gas (model 8576) or organic vapor relief (model 8577).
Disposable | Single-use |
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Certifications (OSHA) | OSHA 1910.134 |
Material Headstrap | Polyisoprene, Polyester |
Filter Efficiency | 95% |
Size | Standard |
Color | White |
Design Type | Cup/Molded |
Quantity | 80/Cs. |
Material | Polypropylene, Polyester |
For Use With (Application) | Assembly and Mechanical, Cleaning, Composite Finishing, Final Finish, Paint Preparation, Welding |
Aerosol Type | P - Oil-Proof |
Assigned Protection Factor (APF) | 10 |
Certifications (NIOSH) | NIOSH 42 CFR 84, P95, approval number: TC-84A-1166 |
Strap Attachment Type | Braided and Stapled Headbands |
With Faceseal | No |
Latex Free | Yes |
Nose Piece Material | Aluminum |
Filter Type | P95 |
Nosepiece Type | M-nose clip |
FDA Cleared Surgical Mask | No |
With Exhalation Valve | Yes |
Shawmut Protexâ„¢ All-Day-Comfortâ„¢ N95 Particulate Respirators
Made in the USA, molded-cup N95 respirator is easier to breathe through while offering a comfortable and secure fit for maximum protection and less eyeglass fogging. Meets ASTM F3407 Respirator Fit Capability standard to securely fit a wide range of face sizes and shapes.
Disposable | Single-use |
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Material Headstrap | Elastic |
Filter Efficiency | 95% |
Design Type | Cup/Molded |
Quantity | 20 Pk. |
Material | Polypropylene |
Aerosol Type | N - Not Resistant to Oil |
Sterility | Non-sterile |
Certifications (NIOSH) | NIOSH 42 CFR 84, N95 |
Product Type | General Purpose Particulate Respirator |
Latex Free | Yes |
Filter Type | N95 |
Shelf Life | 5 Years From Manufacture Date |
Nosepiece Type | Adjustable Nose Clip |
FDA Cleared Surgical Mask | No |
With Exhalation Valve | No |
Moldexâ„¢ N95 AirWaveâ„¢ Respirator with Nuisance Organic Vapor Relief
Easy-breathing wave design respirator features an added carbon layer to help filter out ozone and organic vapor odors (less than OSHA PEL).
Moldexâ„¢ HandyStrapâ„¢ Series N95 Particulate Respirators
N95 disposable respirators feature a unique HandyStrap™ with buckle, allowing the mask to hang down around the user’s neck when not in use.
Disposable | Single-use |
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Material Headstrap | Cloth |
Filter Efficiency | 95% |
Strap Attachment Type | HandyStrapâ„¢ with Buckle |
Design Type | Cup/Molded |
Nose Piece Material | Soft foam |
Material | Dura-Mesh |
Filter Type | N95 |
Aerosol Type | N - Not Resistant to Oil |
FDA Cleared Surgical Mask | No |
Certifications (NIOSH) | NIOSH 42 CFR 84, N95 |
Honeywellâ„¢ DF300 Flat-Fold N95 Respirators
NIOSH approved disposable respirators are constructed with a multilayered absorption media that repels moisture and features a smooth inner lining for added comfort.
Disposable | Single-use |
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Product Type | General Purpose Particulate Respirator |
Filter Efficiency | 95% |
Size | One Size |
Strap Attachment Type | Woven Head Straps |
Design Type | Flat-fold |
Latex Free | Yes |
Filter Type | N95 |
Aerosol Type | N - Not Resistant to Oil |
Nosepiece Type | Adjustable Nose Clip |
FDA Cleared Surgical Mask | No |
With Exhalation Valve | No |
Certifications (NIOSH) | NIOSH 42 CFR 84, N95 |
Honeywellâ„¢ DC365 Surgical N95 Respirator
Easy-to-don and doff, high fluid resistant surgical respirator designed for clinicians across the spectrum of care.
Moldexâ„¢ N95 Dura-Meshâ„¢ Molded Particulate Respirators
N95 respirators with latex two-strap design are constructed of a high-resistant shell that holds its shape longer even in hot and humid environments.
Disposable | Single-use |
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Material Headstrap | Latex |
Filter Efficiency | 95% |
Strap Attachment Type | Two-Strap Design |
Design Type | Cup/Molded |
Latex Free | No |
Material | Dura-Mesh |
Filter Type | N95 |
ANSI Standard | ANSI/ISEA 110-2009, Section 7.11.1 |
For Use With (Application) | Welding, soldering and brazing, grinding, sanding, sweeping, bagging, stone quarrying, metal machining, cement, underground mining, polishing, buffing, lime, poultry and textiles |
Aerosol Type | N - Not Resistant to Oil |
FDA Cleared Surgical Mask | No |
Certifications (NIOSH) | NIOSH 42 CFR 84, N95 |
Moldexâ„¢ 1500 Series N95 Healthcare Particulate Respirators and Surgical Masks
N95 healthcare and surgical mask feature ASTM Level 3 protection (BFE >99.9%) and are ideal for use in healthcare settings and hospitals.
Disposable | Single-use |
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Filter Efficiency | 95% |
Design Type | Cup/Molded |
Quantity | 20/Box; 8 Boxes/Cs. |
Resistant To | Fluid 160 mmHg |
Material | Dura-Mesh |
Aerosol Type | N - Not Resistant to Oil |
Sterility | Non-sterile |
Certifications (NIOSH) | NIOSH 42 CFR 84, N95 |
Product Type | Healthcare Particulate Respirator and Surgical Mask |
Strap Attachment Type | Dual Elastic Straps |
Latex Free | Yes |
Nose Piece Material | Soft Foam |
Filter Type | Surgical N95 |
Certifications/Compliance | ASTM F1862 |
ANSI Standard | ANSI/ISEA 110-2009, Section 7.11.1 |
Nosepiece Type | Molded Nose Bridge |
FDA Cleared Surgical Mask | Yes |
With Exhalation Valve | No |