Why is mangosteen not allowed in the us?

The original reason for banning mangosteen imports to the United States was due to the fear that it would bring the Asian fruit fly to the country. In the U.S., flies are a destructive agricultural pest and can pose a major threat to many crops.

Why is mangosteen not allowed in the us?

The original reason for banning mangosteen imports to the United States was due to the fear that it would bring the Asian fruit fly to the country. In the U.S., flies are a destructive agricultural pest and can pose a major threat to many crops. Please wait a moment and try again.