Where to buy 1st Class masks online in Australia
1st Class masks are the Korean standard for face masks, and they just so happen to be fairly similar to the Australian P2 mask.
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Face mask regulations change frequently; check out the latest rules across Australia. Masks are compulsory on flights and at airports. Even though mask use is not mandatory in most outdoor settings, it is recommended to wear one when social distancing can not be maintained.
1st Class is the Korean standard for face masks, closely matching Australia's P2 standard. They both filter non-oil-based particles such as those from wildfires and volcanic eruptions.
Consumers must consult their local respiratory protection regulations and requirements or check with their local public health authorities for selection guidance.
But what's the difference? According to 3M, just some of the differences include the flow-rate amount and the exhalation resistance. You can click here for more information.
At this time, no Australian retailers are selling 1st Class masks, so we recommend going for a P2 mask instead. Keep on scrolling to check out our list of retailers that can deliver one straight to your door.
Sites to buy 1st Class face masks online
- Aussie Pharma Direct
- eBay
- AliExpress
- Kogan
- Amazon
- Bunnings
Aussie Pharma Direct
Offers quality 100% Australian-made and owned healthcare products that meet Australian compliance standards. They supply the AMD P2 mask which is the official mask of the Australian Olympic athletes who competed in Tokyo & the first Australian-made P2 face mask as seen and heard in interviews across Channel 9 News, Channel 7 News, 2GB and 3AW.
- Cutting edge nanofiber filter which filters 99.66% of airborne particulates
- P2 masks that have a nanofiber filter last longer than P2 masks
- Four protective layers to help protect you against airborne viruses
- Certified P2 Aus/NZ standard AS/NZS 1716:2012 (N95 standard)
- TGA registered (ARTG #335981)
- Free Shipping for orders over $50
eBay
eBay is a global online marketplace, and it's where you can find just about anything and everything. While you may not be able to find 1st Class masks, eBay is rarely out of stock of P2 masks.
- Huge selection available
- Trusted online marketplace
- Sign up to eBay Plus and score free shipping and returns on millions of items
AliExpress
While you can't find first-class masks here, AliExpress is home to all kinds of P2 and N95 masks. The best part? You can buy packs of up to 50 pieces.
- Free shipping available on select products
- Flash deals on offer
- First-purchase coupons available
Kogan
Kogan is one of Australia's favourite shopping destinations. It sells face masks from the most popular brands (such as 3M) in packs of 20 or more.
- Free shipping on selected products
- 14-day money-back guarantee on Kogan-brand products
- Responsive customer service team
Amazon
Although Amazon doesn't stock first-class masks, similar P2 masks are available. You can find a wide range of P2 masks thanks to the variety of sellers at hand.
- Sign up to Amazon Prime and get free shipping and returns on some items
- Trusted online marketplace
- See customer ratings before buying
Bunnings
Australian warehouse giant Bunnings is home to a range of P2 masks. Check out the ones with adjustable nose clips and straps, so you can achieve the best fit possible.
- This retailer stocks leading brands at warehouse prices
- If you can find a competitor's lower price on the same stocked item, Bunnings will beat it by 10%
- Easy-to-use website to help you find exactly what you need
Which of these retailers offer free delivery on P2 face masks?
- Kogan: Free delivery on selected products.
- Amazon: Sign up to Amazon Prime and get free delivery on millions of items.
- eBay: Sign up to eBay Plus and score free delivery on millions of items.
- AliExpress: Free delivery available on select products.
- Officeworks: Free metro delivery on orders over $55.
Where to bulk buy P2 masks online in Australia
Keen to buy a few P2 masks at a time? Here are the stores that allow you to bulk buy:
Aussie Pharma Direct
Offers quality Australian-made and owned healthcare products that meet Australian compliance standards. It supplies the first Australian-made P2 face mask as seen on Channel 9 and Channel 7 News.
- The first P2 /FFP2 (N95 standard) respirator masks manufactured in Australia
- Cutting edge nanofiber filter which filters 99.66% of airborne particulates
- Certified P2 to Aus/NZ standard AS/NZS 1716:2012
- 4 protective layers to help against airborne viruses
Healthcare Store
Healthcare Store is an Australian-owned and operated company offering a variety of affordable and safe face masks.
- TGA certified P2, KN95 and 3-ply masks
- Free express postage within Australia
- Orders sent within 24 hours
- Bulk discounts available
Amazon
Amazon is a one-stop shop for P2 masks. The abundance of sellers means you’ll have a good chance at bulk buying what you need.
- Sign up to Amazon Prime and get free shipping and returns
- See customer ratings before you make your purchase
eBay
When you shop at eBay, you can get your hands on a number of P2 masks all in the same order.
- Trusted online marketplace
- Sign up to eBay Plus and score free shipping and returns on millions of items
Kogan
Kogan is home to a range of different types of respirator masks available in bulk packs. And, some are eligible for free shipping.
- Free shipping on selected products
- Responsive customer service team
What's the difference between a P2, FFP2, KN95 and N95 face mask?
Depending on your location, different face mask types are more widely used. For example, in the United States and Canada, N95 are common; in Australia and New Zealand you'll see P2 masks more often; in China, KN95 is the standard. Mask manufacturer 3M, which specialises in filtering facepiece respirators (FFR) masks, offers the following explanation of the main differences between each mask type.| Certification/Class | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filter performance | ≥ 95% | ≥ 95% | ≥ 95% | ≥ 94% | ≥ 94% | ≥ 95% |
| Test agent | NaCl | NaCl and paraffin oil | NaCl | NaCl | NaCl and paraffin oil | NaCl |
| Flow rate | 85 L/min | 95 L/min | 85 L/min | 95 L/min | 95 L/min | 85 L/min |
| Total inward leakage (TIL) | N/A | ≤ 8% leakage | ≤ 8% leakage | ≤ 8% leakage | ≤ 8% leakage | Inward Leakage measured and included in User Instructions |
| Inhalation resistance | ≤ 343 Pa | ≤ 70 Pa (at 30L/min)≤ 240 Pa (at 95 L/min)≤ 500 Pa (clogging) | ≤ 350 Pa | ≤ 70 Pa (at 30L/min)≤ 240 Pa (at 95L/min) | ≤ 70 Pa (at 30L/min)≤ 240 Pa (at 95L/min) | ≤ 70 Pa (w/valve)≤ 50 Pa (no valve) |
| Flow rate | 85L/min | Varied – seeabove | 85L/min | Varied – seeabove | Varied – seeabove | 40L/min |
| Exhalation resistance | ≤ 245 Pa | ≤ 300 Pa | ≤ 250 Pa | ≤ 120 Pa | ≤ 300 Pa | ≤ 70 Pa (w/valve) ≤ 50 Pa (no valve) |
| Flow rate | 85L/min | 160L/min | 85L/min | 85L/min | 160L/min | 40L/min |
| Exhalation valve leakage requirement | Leak rate ≤ 30mL/min | N/A | Depressurization to 0 Pa ≥ 20 sec | Leak rate ≤ 30mL/min | Visual inspection after 300L /min for 30 sec | Depressurization to 0 Pa ≥ 15sec |
| Force applied | -245 Pa | N/A | -1180 Pa | -250 Pa | N/A | -1,470 Pa |
| CO2 clearance requirement | N/A | ≤ 1% | ≤ 1% | ≤ 1% | ≤ 1% | ≤ 1% |
Each mask is also subject to various regulatory standards around the world which means that, depending on where you live, one particular type of mask will be the most common. In Australia and New Zealand, for instance, the P2 mask is the most common, while in Korea it is the 1st Class mask.
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