7 Foods You Won't Believe Are Illegal In The US (And Why)

1. Kinder Surprise Eggs

Kinder Egg
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If you're still with us after the last entry, then fret not, as this one is decisively tastier than the last.

Those who love these sweet treats are probably feeling a rush of nostalgia right now, as the delicious chocolate encasing a toy was a childhood favourite for many. Kinder Surprises are massively popular across the globe, but the youth of America don't get the same luxury.

The ban on this one is simple, as the toys lodged inside the egg are considered a choking hazard. America's FDA has had a ban on foods with non-edible components for decades now, and naturally, a toy inside chocolate is a big no-no.

Although the intentions of the FDA are noble, many Americans find the ban on this snack to be absurd, and this has led to many petitions to unban the sweets. Luckily, US citizens aren't entirely high and dry, as they can munch down on Kinder Joy's, which keeps the toy separate from the food.

Still, that doesn't match the magic of opening your chocolate to find a toy inside.

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