1. Several Indian products such like paan and gutka have been banned abroad over health concerns.
2. Paan, which contains betel nut, is prohibited in many countries due to its carcinogenic properties.
3. Gutka, a chewable tobacco product mixed with areca nut, faces bans due to its health risks.
4. Plants and seeds also fall under the category of agriculture products and are subjected to inspection by Customs Agriculture Specialist to check the presence of potentially harmful pests or diseases
5. Foods containing excessive levels of food colourings commonly used in Indian sweets are banned.
6. Certain spice mixes may contain additives that are banned abroad due to safety concerns.
7. Street foods like pani puri and chaat are often banned due to hygiene and sanitation issues.
8. Homemade pickles and preserves may be prohibited due to regulations on imported food products.
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