Haggis
Traditional Scottish dish made from sheep's heart, liver, and lungs, mixed with onions, oats, and spices, often cooked in the sheep's stomach. It is banned in the U.S.
Kinder Surprise Eggs
Chocolate eggs with a small toy inside, popular in Europe and other parts of the world. They are banned in the U.S. due to a 1938 law prohibiting non-food items inside food.
Casu Marzu
Traditional Sardinian cheese that contains live insect larvae (maggots). It is banned in the U.S. due to health concerns over consuming live insects.
Absinthe
High-proof alcoholic spirit made from wormwood, often associated with hallucinogenic effects. It was banned in the U.S. until 2007 due to concerns over thujone.
Shark Fin
The sale, possession, and distribution of shark fin products are banned in several U.S. states, including California, Hawaii, and Oregon, due to concerns over shark population decline.
Horse Meat
Consumption of horse meat is generally prohibited in the U.S., primarily for cultural and ethical reasons rather than health concerns.
Foie Gras
Production and sale of foie gras (duck or goose liver fattened through force-feeding) are banned in several U.S. states, including California and New York City.
Raw Milk
aw (unpasteurized) milk and products made from raw milk are banned or heavily regulated in many states due to concerns over bacterial contamination, such as E.