Official website of the Department of Homeland Security A - Z Index Blog What Can I Bring? TRAVEL MEDIA ABOUT CONTACT Home» Travel» Security Screening» What Can I Bring? Travel Security Screening What Can I Bring? Identification Liquids Rule Special Procedures TSA Pre Passenger Support Travel Tips FAQ What Can I Bring? Planning ahead and packing properly can facilitate the screening process and ease your travel experience at the airport. Know what you can pack in your carry-on and checked baggage before arriving at the airport by reviewing the lists below. Even if an item is generally permitted, it may be subject to additional screening or not allowed through the checkpoint if it triggers an alarm during the screening process, appears to have been tampered with, or poses other security concerns. Read about civil penalties for prohibited items. For items not listed here, simply snap a picture or send a question to AskTSA on Facebook Messenger or Twitter. We look forward to answering your questions, from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET weekdays and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekends/holidays. The final decision rests with the TSA officer on whether an item is allowed through the checkpoint. Adult Toys Aerosol Insecticide Aerosol insecticides are not allowed in carry-on; however they are allowed in checked bags as long as they are not labeled as hazardous material (HAZMAT). (Special Airbrush Make-up Machine Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic beverages with more 24% but not more 70% alcohol are limited in checked bags to 5 liters (1.3 gallons) per passenger and must be in unopened retail packaging. Alcoholic beverages with 24% alcohol or less are not subject to limitations in checked bags. Mini bottles of alcohol in carry-on must be able to comfortably fit into a single quart-sized bag. For more information, see FAA regulation: 49 CFR 175.10(a)(4). (Less Alcoholic beverages over 140 proof Alcoholic beverages with more 70% alcohol (up to 140 proof), including grain alcohol and 151 proof rum. For more information, see FAA regulation: 49 CFR 175.10(a)(4). Ammunition your airline if ammunition is allowed in checked bags. Small arms ammunitions must be securely packed in fiber, wood or metal boxes or other packaging specifically designed to carry small amounts of ammunition. Ask the airline about limitations or fees. Read the guidelines for traveling with firearms. (Special 1 of 17 1/15/18, 5:14 PM
When traveling, be sure to comply with the laws concerning possession of firearms as they vary by local, state and international government. Antlers You may transport this item in carry-on or checked bags. Artificial Skeleton Bones Axes and Hatchets Baby Carrier You may transport this item in carry-on or checked bags. Baby Food Baby food is allowed in reasonable quantities in carry-on bags. Remove these items from your carry-on bag to be screened separately from the rest of your belongings. Please see traveling with children for more information. Baby Formula Formula, breast milk and juice are allowed in reasonable quantities in carry-on bags. Remove these items from your carry-on bag to be screened separately from the rest of your belongings. You do not need to travel with your child to bring breast milk. Please see traveling with children for more information. (Special Baby Powder Baby Wipes Balloons (not inflated) Bang Snaps Baseball Bats Sports equipment that can be used as a bludgeon (such as bats and clubs) is prohibited in the cabin of the plane and must be transported in your checked baggage. Basketballs/Baseballs/Footballs BB Guns your airline to see if they allow firearms in checked bags. Read the guidelines for traveling with firearms. When traveling, be sure to comply with the laws concerning possession of firearms as they vary by local, state and international government. (Special Bear Bangers Bear spray Belts, Clothes and Shoes To help TSA officers get a clear look at your bag and reduce the need for additional screening, we suggest you 2 of 17 1/15/18, 5:14 PM
pack your bag in neat layers. Bicycle Chains Bicycle Pumps Bicycles Billy Clubs Binoculars Black Jacks Blankets Blasting Caps Blender Blenders are allowed in carry-on bags if the blade has been removed. (Special Blood Sugar Test Kit Please notify the TSA officer that you have diabetes and are carrying your supplies with you. Insulin pumps and supplies must be accompanied by insulin, and insulin in any form or dispenser must be clearly identified. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. Bobby Pins Bocce Balls Body Armor Generally, body armor is allowed in carry-on or checked bags. Please note however that even if an item is generally allowed, our officers make the final decision on whether an item is allowed through the checkpoint. Books Bottle Opener Bottled Water Bowling Balls Sports equipment that can be used as a bludgeon (such as bats and clubs) is prohibited in the cabin of the plane and must be transported in your checked bags. (Less Bowling Pins Sports equipment that can be used as a bludgeon (such as bats and clubs) is prohibited in the cabin of the plane and must be transported in your checked baggage. Bows and Arrows 3 of 17 1/15/18, 5:14 PM
Box Cutters Boxing Gloves Brass Knuckles Bread Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible. Bread Machine You may transport this item in carry-on or checked bags. Breast Milk Formula, breast milk and juice are allowed in reasonable quantities in carry-on bags. Remove these items from your carry-on bag to be screened separately from the rest of your belongings. You do not need to travel with your child to bring breast milk. Please see traveling with children for more information. (Special Breast Pump Bug Repellent (Less Butane Butane Curling Irons (cordless) Cordless curling irons containing a gas cartridge and butane fueled curling irons are allowed in carry-on bags only. A safety cover must be securely fitted over the heating element. The device must be protected from accidental activation. (Special Gas refills (spare cartridges) are not allowed in either checked or carry-on bags. Camera Monopod You may transport this item in carry-on or checked bags. Camp stoves Camp stoves are allowed in carry-on or checked bags only if they are empty of all fuel and cleaned so that no fuel vapors or residue remain. Please wrap cords and layer items in bags so officers can get a clear view of the items. (Special (Special 4 of 17 1/15/18, 5:14 PM
Candy Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible. Canes Please visit our special procedures page for information on traveling through the checkpoint with a cane. Canned Foods There are some items that are not on the prohibited items list, but because of how they appear on the X-ray, security concerns, or impact of the 3-1-1 rules for liquids, gels and aerosols, they could require additional screening that might result in the item not being allowed through the checkpoint. We suggest that you pack this item in your checked bag, ship it to your destination or leave it at home. (Special Canoe/Kayak Paddles Car Parts Car engine parts and other car parts without fuel or traces of fuel are allowed in carry-on or checked bags. Car engine parts may be placed in checked bags only if the parts are packed in their original box and free of gasoline and oil. If you have questions regarding hazardous materials regulations, please see the FAA website. (Special (Special Cast Iron Cookware Casts Cattle Prods Cell Phones Cereal Chapsticks Cheese (Creamy) (Less Cheese (Solid) Child Car Seat You may transport this item in carry-on or checked bags. Chlorine for Pools and Spas Chocolate (liquid) Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags (Less 5 of 17 1/15/18, 5:14 PM
and should be placed in your checked bags if possible. Chocolate (Solid) Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible. Christmas Lights Cigar Cutters Cigarettes Cigars Clock CO2 Cartridge Except for personal medical oxygen cylinders, you can only carry an EMPTY compressed gas cylinder onboard a plane. To be permitted (in either carry-on or checked baggage), it must be clearly visible to the TSA officer that the cylinder is empty. CO2 Cartridge for Life Vest You may bring a life vest with up to two CO2 cartridges inside, plus two spare cartridges in your carry-on or checked bag. Even if an item is generally permitted, it may be subject to additional screening or not allowed through the checkpoint if it triggers an alarm during the screening process, appears to have been tampered with, or poses other security concerns. The final decision rests with TSA on whether to allow any items on the plane. (Special (Special Coat Hangers Coffee (Beans or Ground) Coffee (Liquid) Coffee Thermos (empty) You may take empty drink containers through the checkpoint and fill them afterward. (Less Coffee/Espresso Maker Please carefully pack your electronics items and make sure all cords are wrapped. While you can pack expensive, fragile electronics items in checked or carryon bags, we recommend packing them in your carry-on. Cologne (Less 6 of 17 1/15/18, 5:14 PM
Compressed Air Guns Including paintball markers, may be carried in checked baggage without compressed air cylinder attached. (Special Concealer Conditioner Contact Lens Solution TSA allows larger amounts of medically necessary liquids, gels, and aerosols in reasonable quantities for your trip, but you must declare them to security officers at the checkpoint for inspection. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. (Less (Less (Less Contact Lenses TSA allows larger amounts of medically necessary liquids, gels, and aerosols in reasonable quantities for your trip, but you must declare them to security officers at the checkpoint for inspection. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. Cooked Meat, Seafood and Vegetable ( Liquid) You may transport this item in carry-on or checked bags. Cookies Cooking spray Cooler - Empty Corkscrews (with blade) Corkscrews (with no blade) Crackers Crampons Cream Creamy Dips and Spreads (Less (Less 7 of 17 1/15/18, 5:14 PM
Cremated Remains We understand how painful losing a loved one is and we treat crematory remains with respect. Some airlines do not allow cremated remains in checked bags, so please check with your airline to learn more about possible restrictions. To facilitate screening, we suggest that you purchase a temporary or permanent crematory container made of a lighter weight material, such as wood or plastic. If the container is made of a material that generates an opaque image, TSA officers will not be able to clearly determine what is inside the container and the container will not be allowed. Out of respect for the deceased, TSA officers will not open a container, even if requested by the passenger. (Special Cricket Bats Crochet Hooks Crowbars Crutches Curling Iron (with cord) Cymbals your airline prior to your flight to ensure your instrument meets the aircraft size requirements. Musical instruments must undergo screening when transported as carry-on or in checked bags. Musical instruments transported as carry-on require a physical inspection at the security checkpoint. Inform the TSA officer if your instrument requires special care and handling. Pack brass instruments in your checked bags. (Special (Special Deodorant (aerosol) Deodorant (liquid) (Less (Less Deodorant (Solid) Desktop Computers Please remove the computer from your carry-on bag and place it in a separate bin for X-ray screening. Detergent (liquid) (Less Detergent (powder or pellet) 8 of 17 1/15/18, 5:14 PM
Digital Cameras Disposable and Zippo Lighters Disposable and Zippo lighters without fuel are allowed in checked bags. Lighters with fuel are prohibited in checked bags, unless they adhere to the Department of Transportation exemption, which allows up to two fueled lighters if properly enclosed in a DOT approved case. (Special Disposable Razor Divot Tools Dried Fruits Drills and Drill Bits Drones Drones are allowed through the checkpoint. Please check with your airline for their policy. Drumsticks Musical instruments must undergo screening when transported as carry-on or in checked bags. Musical instruments transported as carry-on require a physical inspection at the security checkpoint. Inform the TSA officer if your instrument requires special care and handling. Pack brass instruments in your checked bags. Dry batteries (AA, AAA, C, and D) Dry Ice The FAA limits you to 5.5 pounds of dry ice that is properly packaged (the package is vented) and marked. approval is required. For more information, visit the FAA website. Dry Shampoo (Less Duct Tape DVD Players Dynamite E-liquids (Less Electric Blankets 9 of 17 1/15/18, 5:14 PM
Electric Fans You may transport this item in carry-on or checked baggage. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin (Special Electric Razors Electronic Cigarettes and Vaping Devices The FAA prohibits these devices in checked bags. Batterypowered E-cigarettes, vaporizers, vape pens, atomizers, and electronic nicotine delivery systems may only be carried in the aircraft cabin (in carry-on baggage or on your person). your airline for additional restrictions. Remove all electronic cigarette and vaping devices from carry-on bags if checked at the gate or planeside. Electronic Toothbrush Emergency Position-Indicating Radiobeacons (EPIRB) Empty Water Bottle Engine-powered Equipment Completely Purged of Fuel amount of fuel may remain in the engine, including residual vapors. Even if completely purged, some airlines may refuse to allow engine powered equipment in carry-on if it has ever contained fuel. Engine-powered Equipment with Residual Fuel Engine-powered equipment with residual fuel (e.g., chainsaws, generators, trimmers, etc.) is not allowed in carry-on or checked bags. amount of fuel may remain in the engine, including residual vapors. Even if completely purged, some airlines may refuse to allow engine powered equipment in bags if it has ever contained fuel. English Christmas Crackers EpiPens TSA allows larger amounts of medically necessary liquids, gels, and aerosols in reasonable quantities for your trip, but you must declare them to TSA officers at the checkpoint for inspection. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. Extension Cord Please carefully pack your electronics items, making sure all cords are wrapped and any DVDs, CDs, or cassettes are removed from their devices. While you can pack expensive, fragile electronics items in checked or carryon bags, we recommend packing them in your carry-on. External Medical Devices Inform the TSA officer if you have a bone growth stimulator, spinal stimulator, neurostimulator, port, (Special 10 of 17 1/15/18, 5:14 PM
feeding tube, insulin pump, ostomy or other medical device attached to your body and where it is located before the screening process begins. You may provide the officer with the TSA notification card or other medical documentation to describe your condition. Submit the device for X-ray screening if you can safely disconnect. Consult with the manufacturer of the device to determine whether it can pass through the X-ray, metal detector or advanced imaging technology for screening. If you cannot disconnect from the device, it may require additional screening and those in sensitive areas are subject to careful and gentle inspection. Eye Drops Eye Liners (liquid) (Less (Less Fertilizer Fidget Spinners Film We recommend that you put undeveloped film and cameras containing undeveloped film in your carry-on bags or take undeveloped film with you to the checkpoint and ask for a hand inspection. Fire Extinguishers and Other Compressed Gas Cylinders Firearms Firearms carried in checked bags must be unloaded, packed in a locked hard-sided container, and declared to the airline at check-in. your airline to see if they allow firearms in checked bags. Read the guidelines for traveling with firearms. When traveling, be sure to comply with the laws concerning possession of firearms as they vary by local, state and international government. (Special Firecracker Fireworks Fishing pole Fishing rods are permitted in carry-on and checked bags; however, passengers should check with the airline to confirm that the fishing rod fits within size limitations for carry-on items. Sharp fishing tackle that may be considered dangerous, such as large fish hooks, should be sheathed, securely wrapped, and packed in your checked bags. Like other high-value objects, you may wish to pack expensive reels or fragile tackle that does not pose a security threat (small flies) in your carry-on bags. 11 of 17 1/15/18, 5:14 PM
Flammable Liquid, Gel, or Aerosol Paint Flammable Paints Flare Guns Flare guns in checked bags must be unloaded, packed in a locked hard-sided container, within hazardous material regulations, and declared to the airline at check-in. Check with your airline to see if they allow firearms in checked bags. Read the guidelines for traveling with firearms. When traveling, be sure to comply with the laws concerning possession of firearms as they vary by local, state and international government. (Special Flares Flashlights Flashlights longer 7 inches (measured from end to end when assembled) are prohibited in carry-on bags; these items must be packed in your checked bags. (Special Flowers Fresh flowers are allowed through the checkpoint without water. Foam Toy Sword Football Helmets Fork Foundation Freezer packs Frozen liquid items and gel packs are allowed through the checkpoint as long as they are frozen solid when presented for screening. If frozen liquid items are partially melted, slushy, or have any liquid at the bottom of the container, they must meet 3-1-1 liquids requirements. (Less (Special Fresh Eggs Fresh Meat, Seafood and Vegetable Meat, seafood, vegetable and other non-liquid food items are permitted in both carry-on and checked bags. If the food is packed with ice or ice packs in a cooler or other container, the ice or ice packs must be completely frozen when brought through screening. If the ice or ice packs are partially melted and have any liquid at the bottom of the container, they will not be permitted. You also can pack frozen perishables in your carry-on or checked bags in dry ice. The FAA limits you to five pounds of dry ice that is properly packaged (the package is vented) and marked. (Special Fresh Whole Fruits and Berries Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible. 12 of 17 1/15/18, 5:14 PM
Frozen Food Meat, seafood, vegetables and other non-liquid food items are permitted in both carry-on and checked bags. If the food is packed with ice or ice packs in a cooler or other container, the ice or ice packs must be completely frozen when brought through screening. If the ice or ice packs are partially melted and have any liquid at the bottom of the container, they will not be permitted. (Special Fuels Any flammable liquid fuel, such as cooking fuel, is prohibited. Full Sized Video Game Consoles Please place the console in a separate bin for X-ray screening. Gas Torches Gasoline Geiger Counters Gel Ice Packs Frozen liquid items are allowed through the checkpoint as long as they are frozen solid when presented for screening. If frozen liquid items are partially melted, slushy, or have any liquid at the bottom of the container, they must meet 3-1-1 liquids requirements. (Special Gel-Type Candles Glass Glass Picture Frame Glass Vase (empty) Glow Sticks Glow sticks must follow the 3-1-1 liquids rule for carry-on bags. Please place them in a single, quart-size bag with other liquids, gels and aerosols. (Less Golf Balls Golf Clubs Golf Tees Gravy Guitar Please check with your airline for their policy. Musical instruments must undergo screening when transported as carry-on or in checked bags. Musical instruments transported as carry-on require a physical inspection at the security checkpoint. Inform the TSA officer if your instrument requires special care and handling. Pack brass instruments in your checked bags. (Less (Special (Special Gum Gun Lighters 13 of 17 1/15/18, 5:14 PM
Gun Powder Including black powder and percussion caps. Hair Clippers Hair Dryer Hair Gel (Less Hair Straightener (Flat Iron) Hair Texturizer Hairspray (Less (Less Hammers Hand Grenades Hand Sanitizers (Less Hand Warmers Handcuffs Harry Potter wand Headphones Heating Pad (Gel) Heating Pads (Electric) Helmets Hiking Poles Hockey Sticks Holiday lights Holsters Read the guidelines for traveling with firearms. Honey Hoverboards Hoverboards are allowed through the checkpoint. Please check with your airline for their policy. (Less 14 of 17 1/15/18, 5:14 PM
Hummus Ice Frozen liquid items are allowed through the checkpoint as long as they are frozen solid when presented for screening. If frozen liquid items are partially melted, slushy, or have any liquid at the bottom of the container, they must meet 3-1-1 liquids requirements. (Less (Special Ice Axes/Ice Picks Ice cream Inhalers TSA allows larger amounts of medically necessary liquids, gels, and aerosols in reasonable quantities for your trip, but you must declare them to TSA officers at the checkpoint for inspection. We recommend, but do not require, that your medications be labeled to facilitate the security process. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. (Special Insulin Please notify the TSA officer that you have diabetes and are carrying your supplies with you. Insulin pumps and supplies must be accompanied by insulin, and insulin in any form or dispenser must be clearly identified. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. (Special Insulin Pumps Please notify the TSA officer that you have diabetes and are carrying your supplies with you. Insulin pumps and supplies must be accompanied by insulin, and insulin in any form or dispenser must be clearly identified. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. (Special Insulin Supplies Please notify the TSA officer that you have diabetes and are carrying your supplies with you. Insulin pumps and supplies must be accompanied by insulin, and insulin in any form or dispenser must be clearly identified. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. (Special ipod Jam and Jelly (Less 15 of 17 1/15/18, 5:14 PM
Jewelry If you are travelling with valuable items such as jewelry, please keep those items with you at all times (do not put them in checked baggage). You can ask the TSA officer to screen you and your valuables in private to maintain your security. Juice for Babies Formula, breast milk and juice for babies are allowed in reasonable quantities in carry-on bags. Remove these items from your carry-on bag to be screened separately from the rest of your belongings. Please see traveling with children for more information. (Special Juices Knitting Needles (Less Knives Except for plastic or round bladed butter knives. Kubatons Lacrosse Sticks Laptops Please remove the laptops from your bag and place it in a separate bin for X-ray screening. TSA Pre travelers do not need to remove shoes, laptops, 3-1-1 liquids, belts or light jackets. Please see TSA Pre for more information. Laser Hair Remover Leatherman Tools In general, you are prohibited from traveling with sharp objects in your carry-on bags; please pack these items in your checked bags. Scissors with blades smaller 4 inches, small needles carried for special medical needs, and other sharp objects that do not contain a blade may be placed in carry-on bags. LED lights License plate Life Vest You may bring a life vest with up to two CO2 cartridges inside, plus two spare cartridges in your carry-on or checked bag. 16 of 17 1/15/18, 5:14 PM
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