Disposable and cartridge razors are generally allowed in both carry-on luggage and checked luggage, while straight razors and
Disposable razors, replacement blades, and electric razors can go in either your carry-on or checked baggage; if you have a safety or straight razor, you can pack it in your carry-on — but you must remove the blades first and pack them in one of your checked bags.
``A Safety Razor is allowed through the screening checkpoint without the blade. The blade must be removed prior to entering the screening checkpoint. TSA officers are not authorized to remove the blades from the holder.
Taking a razor on a plane FAQs
Can you take razor blades in your hand luggage? No, you can't take loose razor blades in your hand luggage. You can pack them in your hold luggage. Disposable and electric razors are fine to take in your hand luggage.
First and foremost, disposable vapes must be packed in carry-on luggage. TSA prohibits vapes in checked baggage because of safety concerns around lithium-ion batteries, so please be sure to keep your disposable vape in an easily accessible spot in your carry-on for quick removal during security screening.
Electronic Cigarettes and Vaping Devices
Electronic smoking devices are allowed only in carry-on baggage. Passengers are required to take effective measures for preventing accidental activation of the heating element of the device when transporting the devices.
Vape devices, including disposable vapes, must be stored in your hand luggage at all times because they contain lithium-ion batteries, which can pose a fire risk. Placing them in your hold luggage (checked baggage) is strictly prohibited and must be avoided.
Can I Take a Razor in My Hand Luggage? Gillette razors and other safety razors that are mounted within a plastic head are usually allowed within hand luggage. Double-edged blades of any kind are banned from being taken on board flights, and that includes razor blades.
If the lighter is in your checked luggage, your name will be called over the airport PA system. You will be directed to where your suitcase is being held, and you will be asked to open it for inspection. A security officer will examine the contents of your luggage, and they can remove any items they deem a risk.
We recommend packing all liquids, gels, and aerosols that are over 3.4 oz or 100 ml in your checked baggage, even if they are in a secure, tamper-evident bag. Liquids more than 3.4 oz or 100 ml not in a secure, tamper-evident bag must be packed in checked baggage.
Firearms, ammunition, and fireworks are prohibited, as are all knives and safety razors (including pocket knives and Swiss Army knives). Straight razors and replacement blades for straight razors are also not allowed. Most tools also cannot be packed in carry-on luggage, as they have the potential to cause harm.
You may only carry a battery-powered electric shaver in your carry-on baggage. If the design of the shaver allows you to separate the power source from the rest of the appliance (removing the batteries/battery pack), the batteries and battery pack should be packed in your carry-on baggage.
Checked Bags: Yes
The capacity of each container must not exceed 0.5 kg (18 ounces) or 500 ml (17 fluid ounces). See the FAA regulations for more information. Permitted aerosol release devices (button/nozzle) must be protected by caps or other suitable means to prevent accidental release.
A Safety Razor is allowed through the screening checkpoint without the blade. The blade must be removed prior to entering the screening checkpoint. TSA officers are not authorized to remove the blades from the holder.
Each passenger is limited to one quart-size bag of liquids, gels and aerosols. Common travel items that must comply with the 3-1-1 liquids rule include toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, mouthwash and lotion.
Compared to disposable cartridge razors, safety razors have stainless steel razor blades that are very thin and easy to recycle. You can store dull safety razor blades in a tin or metal container for safety, seal them, and contact your local council for a recycling facility.
Lighters (Disposable and Zippo)
Disposable and Zippo lighters without fuel are allowed in checked bags. Lighters with fuel are prohibited in checked bags, unless they adhere to the Department of Transportation exemption, which allows up to two fueled lighters if properly enclosed in a DOT approved case.
One book of safety (non-strike anywhere) matches are permitted as carry-on items, but all matches are prohibited in checked baggage.
As a result, prohibited items may result in both a TSA civil enforcement action and a criminal enforcement action. Before leaving home, remember to check your baggage to ensure you are not carrying any prohibited items to avoid a possible arrest and/or civil penalties.
Disposable and cartridge razors are generally allowed in both carry-on luggage and checked luggage, while straight razors and safety razors with blades must be packed in checked bags. Electric razors are also permitted in both carry-on and checked baggage.
Disposable razors with a fixed blade are permitted as long as they are well protected and the blade is not replaceable. Razors with replaceable blades are considered sharp objects and may not be carried in hand baggage, but must be stowed safely in checked baggage.
Yes, you can bring deodorant on a plane. Stick and solid deodorants are allowed in your carry-on luggage without restrictions. Spray, gel and liquid deodorants over 3.4 ounces need to be packed in your checked baggage.
Electronic smoking devices are allowed only in carry-on baggage. Passengers are required to take effective measures for preventing accidental activation of the heating element of the device when transporting the devices.
With the exception of balls, many pieces of sporting equipment, such as baseball bats, golf clubs, ski poles, hockey sticks, lacrosse sticks, martial arts weapons, hiking poles, and tent spikes/poles, are prohibited from carry-on luggage and must be transported in checked baggage.
DON'T pack your vape in your checked baggage
Although it's not just the danger that doing this poses - if your hold luggage is found to contain electronic devices they may be confiscated, which means you'll then be without your vapes once you reach your destination!