Has FDA refused shipments from Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S.?

Yes. FDA refused 6 shipment lines from Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S. between February 24, 2021 and February 23, 2026. The most recent, on February 23, 2026, was sesame seed paste (e.g., tahina), edible seed prod., charged as POISONOUS (poisonous or deleterious substance).

Why did FDA refuse Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S.'s shipments?

The most frequent charges are SALMONELLA (salmonella, 4 lines) and MFR INJ (insanitary conditions, may be injurious, 3 lines).

When was Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S. last inspected by FDA?

FDA's most recent inspection of Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S. with a final classification is dated August 8, 2014 and was classified VAI (Voluntary Action Indicated).

What is Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S.'s FEI number?

Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S.'s FDA Establishment Identifier (FEI) is 2000045077.

Can shipments from Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S. still enter the U.S.?

Shipments of all rte sesame products including by not limited to; halva; all rte sesame products including by not limited to; sesame paste/sesame seed; all rte sesame products including by not limited to; tahini/tahina from Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S. can be detained without physical examination under Import Alert 99-43; FDA releases them only if evidence shows they do not have the listed violation. Importers must consider this listing in their FSVP evaluation (21 CFR 1.505).

Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S.

FDA import alert and refusal historyKaratay, TurkeyFEI 2000045077

Recorded by FDA as GESAS GENEL GIDA SANAYI VE TICARET A.S.

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As of October 26, 2026, Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S. (Karatay, Turkey) is on the red list of FDA Import Alert 99-43 (Ready-to-eat foods: insanitary conditions) for all rte sesame products including by not limited to; halva; all rte sesame products including by not limited to; sesame paste/sesame seed; all rte sesame products including by not limited to; tahini/tahina, published by FDA on March 4, 2021, is also listed on Import Alert 99-19 (red list), and has 6 FDA import refusals recorded since October 2016.

Data from FDA public records, last checked October 26, 2026. Request a correction

Current status

Import alerts: IA 99-43 · red list IA 99-19 · red list
Last import refusal: Feb 23, 2026Sesame seed paste (e.g., tahina), edible seed prod. · POISONOUS
Last warning letter: None found
Last inspection: Aug 8, 2014Classified VAI (Voluntary Action Indicated)

Every FDA record for Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S.

9 records, newest first. Each line links to the FDA page it came from.

2026

Feb 23, 2026Import refusal
Refused, Sesame seed paste (e.g., tahina), edible seed prod.POISONOUS MFR INJ SALMONELLAEntry DP4-3998890-9
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2025

Jul 11, 2025Import refusal
Refused, 2 lines in one entry: Sesame seed paste, edible seed butters; Sesame seed (edible seed)POISONOUSMFR INSANMFR INJEntry AZR-4747838-4Show 2 linesHide lines
- Refused, Sesame seed paste, edible seed buttersPOISONOUS MFR INSAN MFR INJEntry AZR-4747838-4Source
- Refused, Sesame seed (edible seed)POISONOUS MFR INSAN MFR INJEntry AZR-4747838-4Source
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2021

Mar 4, 2021Import alert listing
Listed on Import Alert 99-43red listAll RTE Sesame products including by not limited to; Halva; All RTE Sesame products including by not limited to; Sesame Paste/Sesame Seed; All RTE Sesame products including by not limited to; Tahini/Tahina
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Feb 24, 2021Import refusal
Refused, 3 lines in one entry: Soft candy without nuts and fruit, n.e.c. (without chocolate)SALMONELLAEntry 523-1286785-7Show 3 linesHide lines
- Refused, Soft candy without nuts and fruit, n.e.c. (without chocolate)SALMONELLAEntry 523-1286785-7Source
- Refused, Soft candy without nuts and fruit, n.e.c. (without chocolate)SALMONELLAEntry 523-1286785-7Source
- Refused, Soft candy without nuts and fruit, n.e.c. (without chocolate)SALMONELLAEntry 523-1286785-7Source
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2014

Aug 8, 2014Inspection
Inspection classified VAI (Voluntary Action Indicated)Foodborne Biological Hazards
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2013

May 29, 2013Import alert listing
Listed on Import Alert 99-19red listHalva with Pistachio Nuts; Tahina
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Refusal charges, in plain English

SALMONELLA4 refused lines
Salmonella
The product appeared to contain Salmonella, which the law treats as a poisonous and deleterious substance that may make food injurious to health.
MFR INJ3 refused lines
Insanitary conditions, may be injurious
The product appeared to have been prepared, packed, or held under insanitary conditions whereby it may have been rendered injurious to health.
POISONOUS3 refused lines
Poisonous or deleterious substance
The product appeared to bear or contain a poisonous or deleterious substance which may render it injurious to health.
MFR INSAN2 refused lines
Insanitary manufacturing, processing or packing
The product appeared to have been manufactured, processed, or packed under insanitary conditions, which is a ground for refusal under section 801(a)(1) of the FD&C Act.

Questions about Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S.

Is Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S. on an FDA import alert?: Yes. As of October 26, 2026, Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S. is on the red list of FDA Import Alert 99-43, “Ready-to-eat foods: insanitary conditions”, for all rte sesame products including by not limited to; halva; all rte sesame products including by not limited to; sesame paste/sesame seed; all rte sesame products including by not limited to; tahini/tahina; FDA published the listing on March 4, 2021.
Has FDA refused shipments from Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S.?: Yes. FDA refused 6 shipment lines from Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S. between February 24, 2021 and February 23, 2026. The most recent, on February 23, 2026, was sesame seed paste (e.g., tahina), edible seed prod., charged as POISONOUS (poisonous or deleterious substance).
Why did FDA refuse Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S.'s shipments?: The most frequent charges are SALMONELLA (salmonella, 4 lines) and MFR INJ (insanitary conditions, may be injurious, 3 lines).
When was Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S. last inspected by FDA?: FDA's most recent inspection of Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S. with a final classification is dated August 8, 2014 and was classified VAI (Voluntary Action Indicated).
What is Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S.'s FEI number?: Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S.'s FDA Establishment Identifier (FEI) is 2000045077.
Can shipments from Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S. still enter the U.S.?: Shipments of all rte sesame products including by not limited to; halva; all rte sesame products including by not limited to; sesame paste/sesame seed; all rte sesame products including by not limited to; tahini/tahina from Gesas Genel Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S. can be detained without physical examination under Import Alert 99-43; FDA releases them only if evidence shows they do not have the listed violation. Importers must consider this listing in their FSVP evaluation (21 CFR 1.505).

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