It might be a better alternative to surgical masks for children, but it’s not necessarily better for adults. First, it’s not independently certified (by NIOSH, for instance). And second, it lacks an exhaust valve which could make it significantly less comfortable to use for extended periods of time due to increased humidity.
A better alternative for adults is the 3M 6000 series with the optional 3M 604 exhalation valve filter, if you care about filtering the valve’s exhaust.
It might be a better alternative to surgical masks for children, but it’s not necessarily better for adults. First, it’s not independently certified (by NIOSH, for instance). And second, it lacks an exhaust valve which could make it significantly less comfortable to use for extended periods of time due to increased humidity.
A better alternative for adults is the 3M 6000 series with the optional 3M 604 exhalation valve filter, if you care about filtering the valve’s exhaust.
These aren’t elastomeric respirators.