Trader Joe's Bagel Seasoning: A Case Study in Regulatory Complexity The South Korean police recently blocked sales of Trader Joe's Everything But the Bagel seasoning on online marketplaces, shedding light on a peculiar aspect of international trade and regulatory frameworks.
The product contains narcotic substances like morphine and codeine, which are strictly regulated and prohibited for importation under the Narcotics Control Act in South Korea.
Despite being legal in its country of origin, the Trader Joe's seasoning slipped through the cracks and onto online marketplaces like Karrot.