Items Prohibited in Luggage on Flights

To ensure safety and order during air travel, there are certain items that are prohibited from being placed in your luggage. These restrictions may vary depending on international air transport regulations and airport security procedures. Here is a general list of items prohibited from being placed in your luggage during air travel:

1. Hazardous Materials:

• Explosives: Dynamite, fireworks, materials used in bomb-making.
• Flammable Substances: Petrol, kerosene, paint thinner, alcohol-based products (in open or sealed containers, or in large quantities).
• Chemicals: Acids, alkalis, certain cleaning agents (without protective equipment).

2. Sharp and Piercing Objects:

• Knives: Large knives, pocket knives, can openers.
• Small Cutting Tools: Craft knives, sewing needles, awls.

3. Electronic Devices:

• Lithium Batteries: High-capacity lithium batteries, particularly those in large items and certain electronic devices.
• High-Power Batteries: Batteries with a capacity of 100 watt-hours (Wh) or higher are generally restricted.

4. Weapons and Assault Weapons:

• Pistols and Rifles: All types of firearms and their components.
• Bows and Arrows: Sports bows, arrows and their accessories.
• Cartridges and Ammunition: All types of ammunition and cartridges.

5. Liquids and Gels:

• Liquids: Hazardous chemicals in liquid form (large quantities of liquid) are generally prohibited.
• Gels: Large quantities of gels and creams (there are usually specific limits for hand sanitiser and similar products).

6. Dangerous Goods:

• Radioactive Materials: Any radioactive material, experimental materials.
• Biological Materials: Materials posing a biological hazard, materials that may be infected.

7. Other Prohibited Items:

• Airport Security Procedures: Any item that could pose a risk during security checks. Anything deemed suspicious during security checks may be subject to further examination.
• Flammable Gases: Cylinders and canisters containing propane, butane and other flammable gases.

Notes:

• Personal Protective Equipment: Certain items such as personal protective equipment (masks, gloves) generally do not pose a problem during air travel, but there may be restrictions depending on airline and airport regulations.
• Approved Items: Certain items may be carried with special permits or under specific conditions. Medical supplies and essential medication are often exempt, but these must also be declared with the appropriate documentation.

For more detailed information on prohibited items and to check the latest regulations, we recommend visiting the website of the airline you are travelling with and the airport. Adhering to security and regulations ensures your journey goes smoothly.