Prohibited Carry-On Items
Based on IATA / TSA standards. Individual airlines and countries may add rules.
Batteries & Electronics
- ✕Lithium batteries over 160Wh (banned both)
- ✕Power banks 100-160Wh need airline approval
- ✕E-cigarettes / vapes (carry-on only, never checked)
- ✕Damaged lithium batteries
Sharp Items
- ✕Knives / cutters / multi-tools
- ✕Scissors with blades longer than 6cm
- ✕Ice picks / screwdrivers / nails
- ✕Razors (disposable safety razors allowed)
Liquids & Aerosols
- ✕Liquids / gels / creams over 100ml
- ✕Aerosols over 500ml
- ✕Flammable liquids / >70% alcohol
- ✕Bleach / chlorine
Weapons & Firearms
- ✕All firearms, live ammo, BB guns
- ✕Explosives / fireworks
- ✕Pepper / defense sprays
- ✕Martial arts weapons (nunchucks, etc.)
Other Restrictions
- ✕Dry ice: <2.5kg with airline approval
- ✕Lighters: only 1 carry-on (not checked)
- ✕Strike-anywhere matches: carry-on only, 1 pack
- ✕SCUBA cylinders require advance declaration
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