Is Streptomycin banned in the United States?

No. The FDA permits Streptomycin in food and personal care products.

Is Streptomycin banned in Europe?

Yes. Streptomycin is banned in the European Union.

What products contain Streptomycin?

Streptomycin is commonly found in: apples, pears, citrus.

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Is Streptomycin banned?

Yes. Streptomycin is banned, restricted, or carries a mandatory warning label in 1 country including European Union. The US FDA still permits it, which is why it shows up in everyday American food and beauty products.

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How countries regulate Streptomycin

Country / Region	Status
European Union	Banned or restricted

Why Streptomycin is flagged

EU bans crop use of medically important antibiotics over resistance risk.

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