What are the current rules regarding liquids and gels when flying?

Question

Can I pack in shampoos and toothpaste in my checked luggage?

Answer 1

3 –1–1 for carry-ons = 3 ounce bottle or less; 1 quart-sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag; 1 bag per passenger placed in screening bin. One-quart bag per person limits the total liquid volume each traveler can bring. 3 oz. container size is a security measure.

Consolidate bottles into one bag and X-ray separately to speed screening.

Be prepared. Each time TSA searches a carry-on it slows down the line. Practicing 3-1-1 will ensure a faster and easier checkpoint experience.

3-1-1 is for short trips. If in doubt, put your liquids in checked luggage.

Declare larger liquids. Prescription medications, baby formula and milk are allowed in quantities exceeding three ounces and are not required to be in the zip-top bag. Declare these items for inspection at the checkpoint.

Answer 2

Yes, you can take shampoo and toothpaste in both checked and carry-on luggage. You can take your larger sizes in your checked luggage.

In the US for your carry-ons you may take liquids and gels in 3 oz or less size that fit comfortably in a one quart zip lock plastic bag. There are exceptions for medications which can be carried in larger sizes, but must be declared. In Europe and the UK the limit is 100ml (3.4 oz) Here is our page on packing for security alerts: http://www.mousetourstravels.com/travel-security-alert-packing-guide.html You can find links to British Airways for their rules and the TSA for US rules. Here are our pages for packing medications: http://www.mousetourstravels.com/packing-medications.html
and cosmetics: http://www.mousetourstravels.com/security-alert-cosmetics-packing-guide.html

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