Exhibiting at Anuga Select Brazil 2025

GSA Gama Sucos e Alimentos Ltda., based in Aparecida de Goiânia, Brazil, is one of the largest and most diversified food and beverage manufacturers in the Central-West region of Brazil. With a vast portfolio that spans juices, snacks, bakery products, frozen foods, and instant meals, GSA has positioned itself as a key player in both the branded and private label sectors across Latin America.

Company Overview

Founded by Sandro Marques Scodro, GSA Gama Sucos e Alimentos has grown into a vertically integrated food production company. With decades of experience and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, GSA produces under its own brands while also acting as a leading private label producer for major retailers and distributors throughout Brazil.

Core Business Activities

GSA operates multiple manufacturing units and logistics centers, engaging in:

• Development, manufacturing, and packaging of food and beverages
• OEM/private label production for supermarkets and global buyers
• Cold chain and ambient food logistics
• In-house brand management and marketing for a diverse brand portfolio

Its core competency lies in high-volume, scalable production with consistency and quality assurance.

Product and Service Offerings

GSA’s offerings are grouped into the following product lines:

• Beverages

  • Juices (pasteurized and UHT)
  • Nectars
  • Soft drinks
  • Flavored water

• Snacks

  • Potato chips and cassava chips
  • Popcorn (microwave and ready-to-eat)
  • Baked snacks

• Instant Foods

  • Instant noodles
  • Seasoning powders
  • Powdered soups

• Frozen Foods

  • Ready-to-eat frozen meals
  • Frozen vegetables and snacks

• Bakery Products

  • Packaged breads
  • Industrial cakes
  • Pastries

Each product category is distributed under GSA’s proprietary brands or white-labeled for partners.

Specialization and USP

• High-Capacity Production: Facilities designed for mass production with stringent QA
• Brand Portfolio Diversification: Nine distinct brands targeting multiple consumer segments
• Private Label Expertise: Trusted by major supermarket chains in Brazil and abroad
• National Distribution: Integrated logistics enabling market penetration in all Brazilian states

Financials and Economic Impact

GSA is privately held, but based on industry benchmarks and disclosed data:

• Estimated annual revenue: BRL 450–600 million
• Production capacity: Over 150 million liters/year of beverages and over 100 million food units/year
• Employment: Over 1,200 direct employees
• Retail presence: Available in more than 20,000 points of sale across Brazil

GSA plays a key economic role in Goiás, supporting regional agriculture, logistics, and job creation.

Shipments and Trade Activity

Although primarily domestic, GSA is export-ready and has initiated distribution into Mercosur and African markets:

• Export regions: Paraguay, Bolivia, Angola, Mozambique
• Exported goods: Juice concentrates, flavored beverages, shelf-stable snacks
• Customs compliance: Products meet Mercosur labeling and food safety standards

Export volumes are increasing year-on-year as the company pursues international private label contracts.

Target Market

GSA serves:

• Mass-market Brazilian consumers
• Supermarkets and wholesale distributors
• International retailers seeking private label solutions
• Institutional buyers in education and public food programs

The company's brands are tailored to different income and demographic groups, with “Sandella” and “Refreskant” aimed at value consumers and “Yolle” and “Dona Raiz” appealing to premium health-conscious shoppers.

Capabilities

• Fully automated beverage and snack lines
• R&D lab for flavor innovation and recipe customization
• In-house branding, packaging, and design services
• Integrated cold storage and distribution centers
• HACCP protocols in place across all facilities

Certifications and Compliance

• ANVISA compliant facilities and food handling protocols
• SIF registration for exportable meat-based and prepared foods
• ISO 9001 certification for quality management
• Products free from trans fats and aligned with Brazilian dietary guidelines

Customer Testimonials

“GSA’s private label juice products helped us improve our margins while maintaining customer satisfaction. Their service and consistency are world-class.”
— Procurement Director, Brazilian Supermarket Chain

“The variety and taste of their instant noodles and frozen products outperform most competitors in our category.”
— Food Buyer, Institutional Catering Group

Major Achievements

• Expanded product range from 50 SKUs in 2010 to over 300 SKUs in 2024
• Established nine proprietary brands with national recognition
• Added a new frozen food plant in 2022, increasing capacity by 40%
• Awarded regional excellence recognition by Goiás State Agribusiness Development Agency
• Launched clean-label snack options with no artificial coloring in 2023

GSA Gama Sucos e Alimentos continues to shape Brazil’s food and beverage landscape through quality, variety, and scalable production, offering consumers and partners solutions that are both affordable and reliable.