I was surprised to discover that several commonly consumed foods in the United States are prohibited from being sold in other countries. These are not obscure items, but rather everyday foods that are well-known and enjoyed by many people in the U.S.
Gatorade is
As stated by the Market Realist website, some versions of the well-known sports drink Gatorade include Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes. These dyes are prohibited for consumption by children in Norway and Austria. However, in the other countries of the European Union (E.U.), these specific Gatorade flavors are allowed but are required to have a warning label.
Kraft Macaroni and Cheese is a popular
According to Market Realist, the reason why this guilty pleasure that Americans love is prohibited in the UK and other British Commonwealth countries is because of the presence of yellow dyes.
Quick and easy mashed potatoes that can
Although not as satisfying as homemade mashed potatoes, these alternatives can still be a decent option. However, they are not available for sale in the UK and Japan due to the presence of a preservative called BHA, as stated by the Eat This website.
Kellogg's is a well-known company.
Frosted Flakes are highly regarded, except in certain countries like the UK, Europe, and Japan, where they have been prohibited due to regulations mentioned by Market Realist. The reason behind this ban is the presence of BHT, a preservative commonly found in cosmetics and rubber items, which is also present in Frosted Flakes and many other cereals.
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Indulging in a seemingly harmless guilty pleasure snack is generally fine, except for Swiss Cake Rolls. In some countries within the European Union, these rolls are either prohibited or accompanied by strong warnings. The main concern, as stated by Market Realist, is that they contain food dyes that are considered harmful to children, such as Yellow 5 and Red 40. Additionally, the use of palm oil is another reason for the restrictions or outright ban on these rolls.
Skittles are
Austria, Sweden, and Norway have prohibited the sale of Skittles due to the presence of Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes, which were mentioned earlier. In 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, specifically ractopamine, in the farming practices of raising pigs.
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