Will I be denied GE because of Kinder Eggs?
May 18, 2015, 9:36 am
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These stupid consumer protection laws ("stupid consumer" protection or stupid "consumer protection" laws? you be the judge!) are also what did away with any good prizes in cereal and cracker jack boxes. Never again will we ever wonder wonder wonder wonder what's in a wonder ball.
Apparently, someone came up with an alternative. The solution was basically a bigger chocolate ball to accommodate bigger toys. The Kinder eggs typically have small pieces which you have to fit together, which the CPSC deems a choking hazard.
http://www.nydailynews.com/news/nati...icle-1.1290804
Not saying I agree with it b/c I may know somebody not naming any names who may or may not have brought Kinder eggs to his or her kid(s) from overseas on one or more occasions.
Apparently, someone came up with an alternative. The solution was basically a bigger chocolate ball to accommodate bigger toys. The Kinder eggs typically have small pieces which you have to fit together, which the CPSC deems a choking hazard.
http://www.nydailynews.com/news/nati...icle-1.1290804
Not saying I agree with it b/c I may know somebody not naming any names who may or may not have brought Kinder eggs to his or her kid(s) from overseas on one or more occasions.
Jul 16, 2015, 9:59 am
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The bottom line is that in the context of this thread about GE, the point is that attempting to import contraband is a bad idea. If you want the law changed, work to change it. But, violating it, won't get you far on the GE front.
Nov 6, 2016, 7:13 pm
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Just to follow up. Went on a few international trips and was subject to extra questions. Even a customs agent saying "busted for kinder eggs, huh?" in a joking manner. Decided to apply for GE and was approved. Disclosed kinder eggs incident and the GE agent didn't seem to care.
Nov 7, 2016, 1:57 pm
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Thanks for the update! Now the question is whether you'll be booted from GE if you're caught with kinder eggs. I didn't bother trying to bring some back from Europe recently, although a buddy of mine brings some back every trip he takes to Europe (which is about 15 per year).
Nov 8, 2016, 6:49 am
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Highly doubt it. Just declare chocolates. They either waive you by without inspection or inspect and seize. Highly doubt majority of GE members know Kinder Eggs are banned nor does CBP expect you to. They only want you to declare so that they can make the determination on the admissibility of articles.
Last edited by seawolf; Nov 8, 2016 at 6:57 am
Nov 10, 2016, 11:39 am
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Nov 14, 2016, 12:53 pm
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Thanks for the update! Now the question is whether you'll be booted from GE if you're caught with kinder eggs. I didn't bother trying to bring some back from Europe recently, although a buddy of mine brings some back every trip he takes to Europe (which is about 15 per year).
Jul 28, 2018, 3:23 pm
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Jul 28, 2018, 3:38 pm
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Moderator's Note
Folks,
Please keep in mind that the Trusted Travelers forum is informational. Members come here in search of information and practical advice about applying for the various Trusted Travelers programs; please limit your postings here to asking for and providing practical information, and sharing experiences and data points.
commentary and opinions of the US ban on Kinder Eggs belong in the Checkpoints and Borders Policy Debate forum.
Thank you for your anticipated co-operation,
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Please keep in mind that the Trusted Travelers forum is informational. Members come here in search of information and practical advice about applying for the various Trusted Travelers programs; please limit your postings here to asking for and providing practical information, and sharing experiences and data points.
commentary and opinions of the US ban on Kinder Eggs belong in the Checkpoints and Borders Policy Debate forum.
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Jul 28, 2018, 8:52 pm
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Kinder Joy and GE