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When thinking about a gift from distant countries to friends and relatives, remember these products, which in no case should be transported across the border. And not because they can deteriorate and not reach the addressee. The law does not provide for the export of this food from the countries where they are bred.
Durian, Thailand, Vietnam
Durian has a disgusting smell but tastes very good. It is because of its specific smell that it is impossible to export the fruit from Thailand, Vietnam or other countries where it grows. Even if you manage to hide the durian among your things, then after many hours of flight all your luggage will smell of its aroma. But products made from durian – chips, jam – can be transported quite legally.
Nyok Mam fish sauce, Vietnam
This sauce is the pride of Vietnam, gourmets all over the world are delighted with its taste. However, this dip, like durian, has a very pungent unique smell, because it is prepared by fermenting fish in a wooden dish. Even well packaged, it will exude a scent all over the plane.
Aki, Jamaica
Aki is a pear-shaped fruit that grows in Jamaica. And even exporting its seeds outside the country is strictly prohibited, up to and including criminal liability. This national fruit contains the poison hypoglycine, which is deadly.
Garden bunting, European countries
The carcasses of a small bird are dietary, nutritious and very tasty meat. However, due to the high demand, buntings are on the verge of extinction. In the countries where they are found, the capture of garden buntings is prohibited and punishable by law.
Dried fruits, China
Any dried fruit can be exported from China only under special certificates in compliance with the established standards for their preparation. Without this document, the chances of carrying dried fruits across the border are zero.
Mushrooms, all countries
It is possible to transport mushrooms from country to country only in canned form. Fresh mushrooms are sources of spores, soil and bacteria that are dangerous to human health and life. As a last resort, fresh mushrooms must also have a certificate with a wet seal, which will contain all information about the type, method of purchase and the price of this product.