Fear of Novel Coronavirus... 10,000 Vivian Masks Sold Out in One Day

[Asia Economy Reporter Yujin Cho] Amid nationwide concerns over the novel coronavirus infection (Wuhan pneumonia), mask sales have significantly increased.

On the 28th, according to Namyoung Vivian, the 'KF94 New Cleanwell Style' mask product, which began sales at the Lotte Department Store main branch the previous day, sold out all 10,000 units within one day of arrival.

Vivian plans to increase production from the initially scheduled 100,000 units by an additional 100,000 units, producing a total of 200,000 units.

A Vivian official stated, "We are receiving additional production inquiries from China and are considering increasing mask production volume."

The official added, "At department stores around Myeongdong, where foreign tourists flock right after the holidays, the number of customers ordering masks has noticeably increased."

Vivian's KF94 New Cleanwell Style, released in March last year, is a dust protection mask with adjustable straps that blocks over 94% of fine particles, enhancing both comfort and filtration performance through the strap adjustment feature.