Can I bring a needle and thread through TSA?

In general, you may place your knitting needles and needlepoint tools in carry-on or checked baggage. Circular thread cutters or any other cutter or needlepoint tools that contain blades must be placed in checked baggage. You are permitted to keep scissors smaller than 4 inches in your carry-on baggage.



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Knitting needles on International flights Countries that officially state (in the flight regulations) that knitting needles are allowed. These include the US, the UK and Australia. Countries that explicitly prohibit knitting needles on flights. (Greece and other countries in the EU fall into this category.)

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Tweezers: This item is permitted in both carry-on and checked baggage.

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Checked Bags: Yes Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.

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Safety Razors: Because the razor blades are so easy to remove, safety razors are not permitted in your carry-on luggage with the blade. They're fine to pack in your carry-on without the blade. The blades must be stored in your checked luggage. The same applies for straight razors.

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With the UK government hand luggage restrictions, small scissors are allowed in your hand luggage and must have blades no longer than 6cm. In addition, sewing needles are also fine to include in your hand luggage. Nail scissors or cutters are allowed and can be used for cutting threads!

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If your medication requires needles and syringes, carry an explanation from your health care provider or a medical certificate with you.

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However, you can take the following items in your hand or checked baggage: knitting needles and crochet hooks. tweezers.

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Knitting needles are technically allowed on domestic flights in the United States, though the latest TSA guidelines recommend that needles be “sheathed” for the safety of inspectors (this wording makes them sound more weapon-like, don't you think?).

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If you're wondering whether you can pack needles in your checked baggage, the answer is generally yes. However, it's advisable to place them in a secure container to prevent accidental injury.

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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.

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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.

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