Supplies of the popular whipped toppings like Reddi-wip and other canned brands are running low across the United States ahead of the holiday season because of shortfalls of nitrous oxide, according to emerging media reports.

It may be noted here the nitrous oxide is the same gas that is used as a propellant for the “aerosol whipped” topping.

Lanie Friedman, a spokesperson for Reddi-wip owner Conagra Brands, acknowledged that the shortage of some whipped toppings has become an industry-wide supply issue.