Is powdered baby formula allowed on airplanes?

First and foremost, you are allowed to bring baby formula in your carry-on bag in quantities greater than 3.4 ounces. This includes ready-to-feed formula, powdered formula, and liquid concentrate formula. It is important to note that you may be required to undergo additional screening at the security checkpoint.



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A work around: Bring powdered formula. Go through TSA with baby formula in powder form, then buy bottled water to mix the solution before getting onboard. Be sure to bring more formula than you will need, to accommodate for any travel delays.

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First and foremost, you are allowed to bring baby formula in your carry-on bag in quantities greater than 3.4 ounces. This includes ready-to-feed formula, powdered formula, and liquid concentrate formula. It is important to note that you may be required to undergo additional screening at the security checkpoint.

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TSA officers may need to test the liquids for explosives or concealed prohibited items. Although not required, to expedite the screening process, it is recommended that formula and breast milk be transported in clear, translucent bottles and not plastic bags or pouches.

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Powder-like substances over 12 oz. or 350mL in carry-on that cannot be resolved at the central checkpoint will not be allowed onto the cabin of the aircraft and will be disposed of. For your convenience, place powders in your checked bag.

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Can I bring water for baby formula on a plane? Yes! Again, water for baby formula and babies is permitted by TSA in “reasonable quantities” in carry-on bags.

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Airlines allow baby food, formula, and breast milk in a carry-on bag, but the TSA has a 3-1-1 rule for liquids, including all baby food items. Each passenger is allowed 3.4 ounces or less of liquid, gel, or aerosol products per container, and all containers must fit in one clear, quart-size bag per person.

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Diaper bags, soft-sided cooler bags with breast milk, child safety seats, strollers and medical or mobility devices don't count toward your personal item or carry-on.

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Checked Bags: Yes Formula, breast milk, toddler drinks, and baby/toddler food (to include puree pouches) in quantities greater than 3.4 ounces or 100 milliliters are allowed in carry-on baggage and do not need to fit within a quart-sized bag.

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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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Water for babies is allowed in reasonable quantities in carry-on bags. Remove this item from your carry-on bag to be screened separately from the rest of your belongings.

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You may not pack gunpowder in your carry-on or checked baggage under any circumstances. Gunpowder includes black powder and percussion caps.

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If you're wondering if airport scanners can see pills, the answer is yes, they can see the pills that you are traveling with. This is regardless if the pills are contained in plastic pill bottles, or contained in any other non-metallic and metallic objects.

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