Transportation Security Administration, or TSA, is a US-based government agency responsible for monitoring the security of transportation systems in and around the USA.
Recently, TSA has revised its procedure and policy that allows passengers to carry toiletries, which was earlier prohibited. As per the latest regulations, travelers can bring toiletries while boarding their flight along with their carry-on baggage.
Passengers can carry a 100ml (3.4 ounces) clear quart-sized plastic bag with a zip-top closure. They are not allowed to carry gallon-sized bags or fold-over sandwich bags. For security reasons, every toiletry kit will get scanned separately on the conveyor belt during security checks. TSA has also released a list of items to keep in their checked baggage and carry-on bag.
All food items, except natural foods, must be covered before passing through the X-ray machine. Travelers can carry beverages bought from the secured boarding area during the flight. There is no limitation on baby formula, breast milk, and medicines, only when they are declared during checks at the checkpoint.
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List Items
Carry-on Bags
Checked Bags
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Razor Blades including utility knives and box cutters
No
Yes
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Ice Axes/Ice Picks
No
Yes
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Knives (excluding plastic or round bladed butter knives)
No
Yes
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Swords
No
Yes
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Box Cutters
No
Yes
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Sabers
No
Yes
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Metal Scissors with pointed tips and blades shorter than four inches
Yes
Yes
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Meat Cleavers
No
Yes
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Safety Razor with Blades (allowed without Blade)
No
Yes
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Scissors(Metal with pointed tips and a blade length greater than four inches measured from the fulcrum are not allowed.)
No
Yes
Note: to prevent a mishap while handling baggage, any sharp object should be properly packed and sealed.
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List Items
Carry-on Bags
Checked Bags
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BB guns
No
Yes
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Ammunition(Please contact the respective airline to check the terms and conditions for ammunition to be carried under checked baggage. If the airline permits the carriage of ammunitions under the checked baggage, it should be declared at the check-in counter. Small arms and ammunitions, if permitted by the airline, should be sheathed in fiber, wood or metal boxes or other packaging exclusively designed for small arms and ammunitions.)
No
Yes
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Compressed Air Guns without compressed air cylinder attached
No
Yes
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Flares
No
No
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Flare Guns
MUST be unloaded
Packed in a locked hard-sided container
MUST be declared at the airline Check-in desk
No
Yes
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Parts of Guns and Firearms
No
Yes
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Gun Powder (including black powder and percussion caps)
No
No
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Gun Lighters (permitted only if without lighter fluid)
No
Yes
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Starter Pistols
No
Yes
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Realistic Replicas of Firearms
No
Yes
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Pellet Guns
No
Yes
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Firearms(Firearms carried as checked baggage MUST be unloaded, packed in a locked hard-sided container, and declared to the airline at check-in.)
No
Yes
Note: Confirm with the airline if firearms are permitted in checked baggage along with any limitation or fee applicable.
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List Items
Carry-on Bags
Checked Bags
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Hand Grenades
No
No
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Flares (in any form)
No
No
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Fireworks
No
No
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Dynamite
No
No
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Blasting Caps
No
No
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Realistic Replicas of Explosives
No
No
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Aerosol (any except for personal care or toiletries in limited quantities)
No
No
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Fuels (including cooking fuels and any flammable liquid fuel)
No
No
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Gasoline
No
No
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Gas Torches
No
No
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Lighter Fluid
No
No
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Common Lighters - Lighters with fuel are prohibited in checked baggage.
However, if they adhere to the Department of Transportation (DOT) exemption (which allows up to two fueled lighters if properly enclosed in a DOT approved case), they can be included in the checked baggage. If you’re not sure about its DOT adherence, it is highly recommended to exclude them completely.
Yes
No
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Torch Lighters (used to light cigars and pipes)
No
No
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Strike-anywhere Matches
No
No
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Flammable Paints
No
No
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Turpentine and Paint Thinner
No
No
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Plastic Explosives
No
No
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Cholorine for Pools & Spas
No
No
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Electronic Cigarettes and Vaping Devices
Yes
No
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Fire Extinguishers and Other Compressed Gas Cylinders
No
No
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Flamable Liquid, Gel, or Aerosol Paint
No
No
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Gel –Type Candles
No
Yes
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Liquid Bleach
No
No
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Non-Flammable Liquid, Gel, or Aerosol (Up to 3.4 oz./100.55 ml or less that fit in one, clear, plastic, quart-sized, resealable bag)
Yes
Yes
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Non-Flammable Liquid, Gel, or Aerosol (More than 3.4 oz./100.55 ml)
No
Yes
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Recreational Oxygen
No
No
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Safety Matches
Yes
No
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Small Compressed Gas Cartridges
Yes
Yes
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Spillable Batteries
No
No
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Spray Paint
No
No
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Tear Gas
No
No
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Vehicle Airbags
No
No
Note: Please visit www.faa.gov to learn more about other hazardous materials regulated by the FAA.
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List Items
Carry-on Bags
Checked Bags
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Bows and Arrows
No
Yes
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Baseball Bats
No
Yes
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Hockey Sticks
No
Yes
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Lacrosse Sticks
No
Yes
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Cricket Bats
No
Yes
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Ski Poles
No
Yes
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Pool Cues
No
Yes
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Golf Clubs
No
Yes
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Spear Guns
No
Yes
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Skates(Including ice skates and rollerblades.)
Yes
Yes
Note: Check with the airlines you’re flying to find out if they allow crematory remains as a checked baggage.
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List Items
Carry-on Bags
Checked Bags
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Billy Clubs
No
Yes
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Black Jacks
No
Yes
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Nunchakus
No
Yes
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Kubatons
No
Yes
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Throwing Stars
No
Yes
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Martial Arts Weapons
No
Yes
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Stun Guns/Shocking Devices
No
Yes
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Brass Knuckles
No
Yes
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Night Sticks
No
Yes
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Self Defense Sprays
One 4 ounce (118ml) container of mace or pepper spray is permitted in checked baggage only if it is equipped with a safety mechanism to prevent accidental discharge. Self Defense Sprays with more than 2% by mass of Tear Gas are prohibited in Checked Baggage.
No
Yes
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List Items
Carry-on Bags
Checked Bags
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Alcohol
Less than 3.4 oz / 100 ml allowed.
Yes
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Creamy Dips and Spreads
Less than 3.4 oz / 100 ml allowed.
Yes
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Fresh Whole Fruits
Yes
Yes
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Gravy
Less than 3.4 oz / 100 ml allowed.
Yes
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Jam and Jelly
Less than 3.4 oz / 100 ml allowed.
Yes
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Maple Syrup
Less than 3.4 oz / 100 ml allowed.
Yes
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Oils and Vinegars
Less than 3.4 oz / 100 ml allowed.
Yes
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Pies and Cakes
Yes
Yes
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Salad Dressing
Less than 3.4 oz / 100 ml allowed.
Yes
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Salsa and Sauces
Less than 3.4 oz / 100 ml allowed.
Yes
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Soups
Less than 3.4 oz / 100 ml allowed.
Yes
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Yogurt
Less than 3.4 oz / 100 ml allowed.
Yes
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List Items
Carry-on Bags
Checked Bags
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Snow globes and like decorations regardless of size or amount of liquid inside, even with documentation.
No
Yes
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Gel shoe inserts - Gel shoe inserts are not permitted, but shoes constructed with gel heels are allowed and must be removed and screened.
No
Yes
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Non-flammable liquid, gel, or aerosol paint
Yes - 3.4 ounces (100ml) or smaller container
Yes
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Flammable liquid, gel, or aerosol paint
No
No
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Knitting Needles
Yes
Yes
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Circular thread cutters
No
Yes
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Fishing Rods (Confirm with the airline about the size limitations)
Yes
Yes
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Spear Guns
No
Yes
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Musical Instruments (up to airline’s discretion)
Yes
Yes
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Service Animals
Yes
-
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Photographic Equipment (up to airline’s discretion)
Yes
Yes
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Gasoline
No
No
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Aerosols Insecticides
No
No
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