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• Power bank / portable charger
  Carry-on: Yes

  Checked: No

  Lithium batteries must stay in carry-on. Usually up to 100Wh without airline approval.

• Spare lithium batteries
  Carry-on: Yes

  Checked: No

  Protect terminals from short circuit (original packaging or tape).

• Laptop / tablet
  Carry-on: Yes

  Checked: Yes (switched off)

  Carry-on strongly recommended. May need to come out of your bag at screening.

• E-cigarette / vape
  Carry-on: Yes

  Checked: No

  Never in checked bags. Don't use or charge it on board.

• Lighter
  Carry-on: One (most countries)

  Checked: Usually no

  Torch/jet lighters are banned everywhere.

• Matches
  Carry-on: One book (safety)

  Checked: No

  Strike-anywhere matches are banned.

• Liquids, gels, aerosols
  Carry-on: Up to 3.4 oz / 100 ml each

  Checked: Yes

  All containers must fit in one clear quart/litre bag.

• Sunscreen
  Carry-on: Up to 3.4 oz / 100 ml

  Checked: Yes

  Counts as a liquid. Sticks are easier.

• Perfume
  Carry-on: Up to 3.4 oz / 100 ml

  Checked: Yes

  Duty-free bottles in sealed bags are usually allowed.

• Toothpaste
  Carry-on: Up to 3.4 oz / 100 ml

  Checked: Yes

  Counts as a gel.

• Deodorant (spray)
  Carry-on: Up to 3.4 oz / 100 ml

  Checked: Yes

  Stick deodorant has no liquid limit.

• Contact lens solution
  Carry-on: Yes (declare if large)

  Checked: Yes

  Medically necessary liquids may exceed the limit — tell the officer.

• Prescription medication
  Carry-on: Yes

  Checked: Yes

  Keep in carry-on in original packaging. Liquids over 100 ml allowed when declared.

• Insulin & syringes
  Carry-on: Yes

  Checked: Yes

  Declare at screening. Carry a prescription or letter.

• Baby formula / breast milk
  Carry-on: Yes (reasonable amounts)

  Checked: Yes

  Exempt from the liquid limit. Tell the officer.

• Razor (disposable / cartridge)
  Carry-on: Yes

  Checked: Yes

  Loose razor blades and safety razors with blades are not allowed in carry-on.

• Electric razor
  Carry-on: Yes

  Checked: Yes
• Scissors
  Carry-on: Blades under 4 in / 6 cm

  Checked: Yes

  Limits differ by country — the EU/UK limit is 6 cm.

• Knife
  Carry-on: No

  Checked: Yes

  Butter knives are sometimes allowed. Pack sharp knives securely.

• Multi-tool
  Carry-on: Only without blade

  Checked: Yes
• Nail clippers
  Carry-on: Yes

  Checked: Yes
• Tweezers
  Carry-on: Yes

  Checked: Yes
• Knitting needles
  Carry-on: Yes

  Checked: Yes

  Circular needles under 31 cm are the safest choice.

• Umbrella
  Carry-on: Yes

  Checked: Yes
• Hair straightener (cordless)
  Carry-on: Yes

  Checked: No

  Butane/battery models: carry-on only, with a safety cover.

• Hair dryer
  Carry-on: Yes

  Checked: Yes
• Camera & drone
  Carry-on: Yes

  Checked: Body only

  Drone batteries must be in carry-on.

• Food (solid)
  Carry-on: Yes

  Checked: Yes

  Customs rules for fruit, meat and dairy apply when you land abroad.

• Peanut butter / yogurt / soup
  Carry-on: Up to 3.4 oz / 100 ml

  Checked: Yes

  Spreadable foods count as gels.

• Alcohol (under 70%)
  Carry-on: Up to 3.4 oz / 100 ml

  Checked: Up to 5 L (24–70%)

  Over 70% ABV is banned completely.

• Baseball bat / golf club
  Carry-on: No

  Checked: Yes
• Tools over 7 in / 18 cm
  Carry-on: No

  Checked: Yes
• Fireworks / flares
  Carry-on: No

  Checked: No

  Banned entirely.

• Gasoline / lighter fluid
  Carry-on: No

  Checked: No

  Banned entirely.

• Pepper spray
  Carry-on: No

  Checked: Limited (US only)

  One 4 oz canister with safety lock in US checked bags. Banned in many countries.

• Firearms
  Carry-on: No

  Checked: Declared, locked case

  Strict airline and country rules apply.

• Snow globe
  Carry-on: Only if under 100 ml liquid

  Checked: Yes
• Candles (solid)
  Carry-on: Yes

  Checked: Yes

  Gel candles count as liquid.

• CPAP machine
  Carry-on: Yes

  Checked: Yes

  Usually doesn't count toward carry-on allowance.

• Smart luggage battery
  Carry-on: Yes

  Checked: Battery removed

  Removable battery must go in the cabin.

General guidance based on US TSA and common international rules. Final say is with the security officer and your airline.

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