Safe alternatives to products containing Glyphosate
Glyphosate is banned in but still found in many US foods. Here are clean swaps.
Why people avoid Glyphosate
Glyphosate is a widely-used herbicide. The EU has set maximum residue limits (MRLs) for oats that are 1,500x stricter than the US EPA's limit. EWG testing found glyphosate in Honey Nut Cheerios, Nature Valley granola bars, and other oat-based products.
Full Glyphosate breakdown →Clean brands to switch to
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One Degree Organics Sprouted Oats
Glyphosate-free certified sprouted oats
✅ Certified glyphosate-free by The Detox Project. Organic.
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Bob's Red Mill Organic Rolled Oats
Certified organic oats
✅ Organic certification prohibits synthetic herbicides.
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Nature's Path Organic Granola
USDA Organic granola
✅ Certified organic. Ongoing internal testing.
Common brands that contain Glyphosate
⚠️ Honey Nut Cheerios (EWG tested)⚠️ Nature Valley Granola Bars (EWG tested)⚠️ Quaker Oats (EWG tested)
Learn more about Glyphosate
See all countries where it's banned, the science behind the concerns, and which US products contain it.
Full Glyphosate breakdown →Frequently asked questions
What foods contain Glyphosate?+
Glyphosate is found in many processed US foods including snacks, cereals, beverages, and condiments.
Is Glyphosate banned in the US?+
Glyphosate is banned or restricted in but is currently permitted in the US by the FDA.
How can I avoid Glyphosate?+
Look for products labeled "certified organic," "no artificial colors," or certified by Non-GMO Project. The brands listed above are clean swaps. You can also use BannedPantry's barcode scanner to check any product instantly.
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