The main materials needed to make masks include the following:

Nonwoven fabric (nonwoven fabric): this is a kind of textile made of short fibers or filaments through spinning, bonding or melting. Nonwovens are soft, breathable, hygroscopic, waterproof and antistatic, and are one of the main materials for making masks. In medical surgical masks, nonwovens are usually made of synthetic fibers such as polyester fiber, polypropylene fiber or nylon fiber, which has good air permeability and good filtering effect.

Melt-blown cloth: Melt-blown cloth is a kind of material that melts polypropylene and other materials at high temperature, forms fine fibers through spinning, and then forms a filter layer through natural accumulation or electrostatic adsorption. It is the core material of the mask, which can effectively absorb virus dust and droplets by static electricity, which is an important reason why the mask can filter viruses.

Nose strap and ear strap: The nose strap is used to fix the nose part of the mask and is generally made of plastic or metal materials; Ear straps are used to fix the mask on the ear and are usually made of latex or polyester fiber.

In addition, different types of masks may also include other materials, such as activated carbon and cotton cloth. For example, self-made simple cotton masks need cotton cloth, medical absorbent gauze, dense cloth (or absorbent cotton, nylon silk, etc.) and cotton rope.

Please note that the above materials are for reference only, and the specific materials required may be different due to mask types, production standards and manufacturer requirements. When making or producing masks, please ensure that you comply with the requirements of relevant laws, regulations and standards, and choose materials and processes that meet the requirements.

In addition, it should be noted that the production of masks requires professional equipment and technology. If you don't have relevant experience and skills, it is recommended to seek the help or guidance of professional mask manufacturers. At the same time, during the epidemic period, the demand for masks is very large, but the production of masks also needs to consider the supply of raw materials and quality control to ensure that the masks produced meet the relevant standards and requirements.