Sesame Paste
Also listed as Chinese Sesame Paste and Toasted Sesame Paste.
Nuts & Legumes
This is what the ingredient is.
Sesame paste is ground toasted sesame seeds sold as a thick paste. Labels may say sesame paste.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It is used in noodles, sauces, and Middle Eastern and Chinese dishes.
Here is what food agencies say.
Sesame products fall under FDA major-allergen labeling rules.
Here is what research has found.
Sesame is a major allergen; mislabeling can drive recalls.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Contains sesame. Avoid if sesame-allergic.
Sources
- FDA Food Labeling
- USDA FSIS
- FDA Recalls
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/18/2026