Tüketilmemesi

Tüketilmemesi is a Turkish term used to indicate that a substance should not be consumed. It is derived from the verb tüketilmek (to be consumed) with the negative prefix and the nominalizing suffix -mesi. The phrase commonly appears in product labeling, safety data sheets, and instructions for consumer goods, warning that ingestion is dangerous or inappropriate.

The concept applies to foods and medicines that are not intended for internal use, as well as to non-edible products such as household chemicals, cleaning agents, solvents, pesticides, cosmetics intended for external use, or materials that are toxic if swallowed. In labeling, tüketilmemesi gerekir or tüketilmelidir are used to convey prohibition; tüketilmemesi by itself is often part of a longer sentence or heading. It also appears in public health guidelines and safety procedures to prevent poisoning, choking, or internal injuries.

Common safety practices include storing such products away from food, keeping them in original packaging with clear warnings, and providing instructions for accidental ingestion, such as contacting poison control or seeking medical help. If ingestion occurs, do not induce vomiting unless advised by professionals and provide product information (ingredients, quantity) to responders.

In legal and regulatory contexts, manufacturers must include clear warnings and use standardized hazard terminology to ensure consumer understanding, with tüketilmemesi serving as a concise negated directive regarding consumption.