Singapore and South Korea take action to remove Trader Joe’s “Everything But the Bagel” seasoning after it is flagged for containing poppy seeds. South Korea orders the product to be blocked from sale. In Singapore, online marketplace listings are removed and platforms monitor for any reappearance of the item.
The issue is linked to drug-control regulations that prohibit poppy seeds. BBC reports that the seasoning contains poppy seeds, which are banned in both countries, prompting enforcement actions. Channel NewsAsia adds that Singapore-based platforms, including Carousell and Lazada, remove the product listings following the order by South Korea and continue monitoring for new listings.
Across outlets, the core point is consistent: the seasoning is not being allowed because poppy seeds are prohibited. Differences are mainly about where the action is described—BBC focuses on Singapore and South Korea pulling the product, while CNA emphasizes the Singapore online-marketplace response following the CNB order tied to South Korea’s decision.
