Popular whipped cream "spray" cans will be

banned throughout New York State

for those under 21 starting today to prevent their use as a narcotic by teens who inhale the nitrogen oxide contained within the jars .

According to the local press today, the law was already approved last year, but it did not enter into force until today:

whoever sells these containers to those under 21 years of age is exposed to a fine of 250 dollars,

or 500 if he is a repeat offender.

From now on, whoever wants to buy these cans of whipped cream will have to show a valid identity document that proves that they are over 21 years old, as is the case with alcoholic beverages and tobacco.

Nitrogen

oxide, also known as "laughing gas",

is not illegal, and is used to preserve the consistency of cream, but it can be extracted separately and provides a short-lived feeling of euphoria.

Used repeatedly, it causes low blood pressure, fainting, memory loss and even psychosis.

New York Democratic Senator

Joseph Addabbo

was the main promoter of the law, after verifying that the irregular use of these bottles by adolescents was widespread.

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