FDA 483 - Gate Gourmet, Inc. - February 19, 2025

Gate Gourmet, Inc. in Los Angeles, CA, a manufacturer of ready-to-eat products for airlines, was cited with five observations during an FDA inspection from January 27 to February 19, 2025. The inspection revealed significant deficiencies in hazard analysis, allergen control, sanitation preventive controls, supply-chain program adequacy, and general plant cleanliness and repair, including environmental positives for Listeria innocua. These issues indicate a high potential for allergen cross-contact, environmental pathogen recontamination, and general food contamination.