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TSA baggage rules catalogue

Browse the full list of TSA travel item classifications, carry-on rules and checked hold guidance.

Electronics

Kindle

Also: ereader, kobo

Carry-on: AllowedChecked: Allowed
Tools

Knife

Also: knives, kitchen knife

Carry-on: ProhibitedChecked: Allowed
Electronics

Laptop Charger

Also: power adapter, macbook charger

Carry-on: AllowedChecked: Allowed
Electronics

Laptop Computer

Also: notebook, macbook

Carry-on: AllowedChecked: Allowed
Flammables

Lighter

Also: bic lighter, zippo lighter

Carry-on: AllowedChecked: Prohibited
Beauty

Lipstick

Also: chapstick, lip gloss

Carry-on: AllowedChecked: Allowed
Medicine

Liquid Prescription Medicine

Also: cough syrup prescription, liquid rx

Carry-on: RestrictedChecked: Allowed
Electronics

Lithium Batteries

Also: lithium ion batteries, rechargeable lithium

Carry-on: AllowedChecked: Prohibited
Tools

Lock

Also: padlock, tsa lock

Carry-on: AllowedChecked: Allowed
Personal Care

Lotion

Also: moisturizer, hand cream

Carry-on: RestrictedChecked: Allowed
Personal Care

Makeup

Also: cosmetics, mascara

Carry-on: RestrictedChecked: Allowed
Beauty

Makeup Brushes

Also: cosmetic brushes

Carry-on: AllowedChecked: Allowed