3M 8210 N95 Disposable Respirator

3M 8210 N95 Disposable Respirator

The 3M 8210 N95 Disposable Respirator is a NIOSH-approved N95 respirator rated to filter at least 95% of airborne particles that are non-oil-based. It is designed for use in dusty environments — grinding, sanding, sweeping, sawing, bagging, and similar particulate-generating tasks — and is one of the most widely used disposable respirators in industrial, construction, and general manufacturing settings.

The 8210 uses 3M's advanced electrostatically charged microfiber filter media, which reduces breathing resistance while maintaining the N95 filtration standard. The molded cup-style design holds its shape during use, creating a consistent facial seal without collapsing against the mouth. An adjustable foam nose clip conforms to the bridge of the nose to minimize air leakage at the top. The design is compatible with most safety glasses, goggles, and hearing protection worn simultaneously.

Compliance and Approvals

NIOSH Approval Number: TC-84A-0007. The 8210 meets NIOSH 42 CFR Part 84 for N95 filtering facepiece respirators, providing at least 95% filter efficiency against non-oil aerosols. It is compliant with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 requirements for respiratory protection when used as part of a complete respiratory protection program including proper fit testing and training.

Limitations

The 3M 8210 is not suitable for use in oil-mist environments — that application requires an R95 or P95-rated respirator. It does not carry an exhalation valve, which means exhaled air exits through the filter material. In warm or humid conditions this can cause heat buildup; workers in those environments may prefer the 3M 8210V, which adds a Cool Flow exhalation valve. Single-use only — do not attempt to clean or reuse.

Recommended Applications

• Construction and demolition: concrete dust, drywall sanding, demolition particulate
• Manufacturing: grinding dust, metal particulate, non-oil mist environments
• Woodworking: sawdust, fine wood particulate
• Agriculture: grain dust, agricultural aerosols
• Healthcare support tasks: non-clinical particulate environments

For a full comparison of 3M N95 disposable models by application, see the WC Safety N95 Respirator Buying Guide. For additional models in this product family, browse the complete 3M Disposable Respirator collection.