Illegal imported sweets that contain banned additives linked to cancer and behavioural problems are “flooding UK high streets”, councils have said.
“Trading standards work extremely hard to protect the public by removing dangerous products from sale, but the popularity of these items is being increased by videos on social media platforms, such as TikTok.
Social media driving demand for US products containing banned additives linked to cancer and behaviour issues.
However, some of the brands in which prohibited additives have been found also have products intended for the UK market which comply with legislation, and customers have been urged to check labels for any banned ingredients.
Imported foods and drinks which have been found to contain banned additives include, but are not limited to, Jolly Rancher Hard Candy, Fanta Pineapple, Swedish Fish, Sunny D, Prime Hydration, Cheetos Crunchy.
