Is nefes MASKE — N'fes 95 ATEMSCHUTZMASKE recalled? — Product safety alert in 2 EU countries (Sep 2021)

nefes MASKE — N'fes 95 ATEMSCHUTZMASKE

White protective respiratory filtration half-face mask, marked with FFP2 and with the CE marking printed on.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source

Risk level: Serious risk
Type: Health risk / other
Category: Protective equipment
Hazard: The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 67%). Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements, and an excessive amount of particles or microorganisms might pass through the mask, increasing the risk of infection; thus, even if combined with other recommended measures, it may not properly protect.
Origin: Turkey

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

▸ (to: Importer) Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures

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Archived (older alert)

This alert was reported 1834 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.

📈 Timeline

117 days in total

May 17, 2026 September 11, 2026

Daily snapshot data starts accumulating once the scheduler runs — for now this is interpolated from the agency's first/last dates.

What is this? A face mask called nefes MASKE — N'fes 95 ATEMSCHUTZMASKE. It is meant to block small particles from the air.

What's happening? Tests show the mask does not work well. It may let too many particles or germs through. This means it may not protect you as it should.

Does this affect me? If you used this mask in Italy or Slovenia, you may not have been fully protected. Check if you have this mask.

What should I do? Stop using this mask right away. Ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice on safe masks.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)

Brand(s) / product name(s)

nefes MASKE

Agency-published detail

Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Health risk / other · Category: Protective equipment · Hazard: The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 67%). Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements, and an excessive amount of particles or microorganisms might pass through the mask, increasing the risk of infection; thus, even if combined with other recommended measures, it may not properly protect. · Origin: Turkey

First published

September 3, 2021

Last refreshed by us

3 months ago

Severity (as classified)

High

Official source

https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10004342

All information on this page comes from the official agency notice. We translate and summarise it; we don't add or edit facts.

❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this product recall alert about?

nefes MASKE — N'fes 95 ATEMSCHUTZMASKE. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Health risk / other · Category: Protective equipment · Hazard: The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 67%). Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements, and an exc...

▸ When was this alert issued?

This alert was issued on September 3, 2021 by EU Safety Gate.

▸ Which countries are affected?

The alert applies to the following countries: Italy and Slovenia.

▸ How serious is this alert?

Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.

▸ What should I do?

If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.

▸ Where can I find the official notice?

The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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