It came as a surprise to me when I found out that certain foods, which are commonly consumed in the United States and familiar to everyone, are prohibited from being sold in other countries. I had initially assumed that these banned foods would be unfamiliar to me, but it turns out they are everyday items that most Americans have probably eaten at some point.
Gatorade is
The Market Realist website states that some types of the well-liked sports beverage include Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes which are not allowed for children in Norway and Austria. However, in the other countries of the European Union (E.U.), those specific kinds of Gatorade must have a label that warns consumers.
Kraft Macaroni and Cheese is a popular
Market Realist states that the reason why this beloved guilty pleasure, which is adored by Americans, remains prohibited in the UK and other British Commonwealth countries, is due to the presence of yellow dyes.
Quick and convenient mashed potatoes made from
Although these mashed potatoes may not offer the same level of comfort as homemade ones, they can still serve their purpose. However, the presence of a preservative known as BHA prevents them from being sold in the UK and Japan, as stated on the Eat This website.
Kellogg's is a well-known food company.
Frosted Flakes are considered great, with one exception – they are banned in the UK, Europe, and Japan as reported by Market Realist. The reason for this ban is the presence of BHT, a preservative that is commonly used in cosmetics and rubber items, found in these cereals and many others.
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A seemingly harmless indulgent treat, except for the Swiss Cake Rolls, is considered problematic in certain European Union countries. These countries either prohibit their sale or require explicit warnings due to their ingredients. Market Realist states that the main concern is the presence of food dyes, such as Yellow 5 and Red 40, which are considered harmful to children. Additionally, the use of palm oil in these snacks is another factor that leads to restrictions or outright bans.
Skittles are
In Austria, Sweden, and Norway, Skittles have been prohibited due to the presence of Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes, as mentioned previously. However, in the other European Union countries, Skittles are allowed, but they are required to have a warning label
Pork produced in the United States
According to Eat This, the United States is one of the few countries in the world that still permits the use of growth hormones, such as ractopamine, in the farming practices for raising pigs. This means that cuts of meat from pigs raised in the US often contain these growth hormones.
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