Can I take pepperoni in my carry-on?

Meat, seafood and other non-liquid food items are permitted in both carry-on and checked bags.



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Meat, seafood and other non-liquid food items are permitted in both carry-on and checked bags. If the food is packed with ice or ice packs in a cooler or other container, the ice or ice packs must be completely frozen when brought through screening.

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Checked Bags: Yes Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible.

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There's a reason for it, it's not just made up. Salt water is considered mildly corrosive - aka may rust things. Sure, most of the metal in a plane is aluminum (and now carbon composite in the 787 and A350), but not all of it.

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Yes, you may pack food in your carry-on or checked bag, but remember all food must undergo x-ray screening. Foods that are liquids, gels, or aerosols must comply with the 3-1-1 liquids rule. TSA officers make the final decision on whether certain items are permitted into the secured areas of the airport.

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Checked Bags: Yes Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked baggage. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine.

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You must declare all food products. If you fail to declare food products, you could face up to $10,000 in fines and penalties. If you declare all agricultural products you are bringing with you, you won't be charged any penalties, even if an inspector determines that they can't enter the country.

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But TSA replied that there is no new policy governing food, and the request is simply to reduce clutter in bags for X-ray screening. “This is an opportunity for them to clarify the rules,” said Sree Sreenivasan, a social-media consultant. “We all want to cooperate. We want this to work.”

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Good news for travelers who want to bring home interesting snacks from great food destinations around the world: as long as everything is sealed, you're good to go. Unopened snacks such as granola bars, nuts, chips, crackers, and cookies are safe in your carry-on or checked bag.

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The following items handle plane conditions well and make for quality mid-flight snacks:
  • Dried fruit.
  • Muesli bars.
  • Pre-made sandwiches (avoid tomato or anything with juice unless you want soggy bread)
  • Celery, carrot sticks and other edible raw veggies.
  • Nuts.
  • Pre-made salad.
  • Pre-made pasta dish.
  • Bite-sized snacks.


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Water bottles must be empty. If you get to the TSA checkpoint with a water bottle containing any liquid, you must drink it or throw it away.

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