Foods Banned in Some Countries

Kinder Joy – Banned in the U.S.

The U.S. bans these chocolate eggs due to the choking risk from hidden toys, though they’re legal across Europe.

Foie Gras – Banned in India & NYC

Foie gras is banned in India and New York for animal cruelty but widely enjoyed in France and other countries.

Raw Milk – Banned in Canada

Canada prohibits the sale of raw (unpasteurized) milk due to health risks, but it’s legal in parts of Europe and the U.S.

Ractopamine Pork – Banned in EU, China

Pork from pigs fed ractopamine is banned in over 160 countries but still allowed in the U.S.

Haggis – Banned in the U.S.

Traditional Scottish haggis is banned in the U.S. because it contains sheep lung, which is not FDA-approved.

Fugu (Pufferfish) – Banned in EU

This Japanese delicacy is illegal in the EU due to the deadly poison it contains if improperly prepared.

Samosas – Once Banned in Somalia

Samosas were briefly banned by extremists in Somalia for being "too Christian" due to their triangular shape.