Is TSA dropping the liquid limit?

Thanks to the new technology and accompanying rule changes, flyers will no longer have to remove large electronic devices such as laptops, and liquids will no longer be restricted to 100 milliliters (equivalent to 3.4 ounces).



As of early 2026, the TSA has not officially dropped the 3-1-1 liquid limit (3.4 oz / 100ml per container) on a national scale, but the rule is effectively becoming obsolete at many major airports. This shift is due to the widespread installation of advanced CT (Computed Tomography) scanners at security checkpoints. These machines create a 3D image of a bag's contents, allowing TSA officers to clearly identify liquids and electronics without requiring passengers to remove them. At "next-gen" checkpoints, you can keep your full-sized liquids in your bag, though the 3.4 oz limit still technically applies for standard screening lanes and smaller regional airports. While the UK and some EU countries have begun formally raising their limits to 2 liters at specific airports, the U.S. TSA continues to maintain the 3.4 oz rule for the sake of national consistency until the technology is universal across all 430+ federalized airports.

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You are allowed to bring a quart-sized bag of liquids, aerosols, gels, creams and pastes through the checkpoint. These are limited to 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less per item.

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Travelers can expect to see the complete removal of the 100ml rule at major airports by 2024. Eventually, the carry-on liquid limit at these airports will be extended to 2 liters (0.53 gallons). This new limit is already in force at some major airports.

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And those rules remain: No single bottles of more than 3.4 ounces, all bottles in one clear plastic bag, with no more than one such bag per passenger.

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No more rummaging in your bag: London City Airport scraps 100ml liquid rule. LONDON, April 4 (Reuters) - There will be no more rummaging in the bottom of your bag for a forgotten hand cream or water bottle at London City Airport after it became the first of the capital's hubs to scrap the 100ml liquid limit rule.

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The ban was put in place after British authorities thwarted a plan to blow up a U.S.-bound plane with liquid explosives. There is now technology to send that ban down the drain. Airports across the U.S. are now using X-ray scanners that use CT technology to give guards a 3-D image of your carry-on.

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Is toothpaste considered a liquid by the TSA? Yes, toothpaste must adhere to the 3-1-1 rule for liquids and gels. Toothpaste can be brought through TSA security in your carry-on as long as it is 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less and placed in a 1-quart bag.

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Is Mascara Considered a Liquid by TSA? TSA counts mascara as a liquid, so the 3-1-1 rule for packing it in hand luggage applies. It states that all liquids have to be in 3.4 oz (100 ml) bottles or smaller and packed in a 1-quart bag. Mascara usually isn't above 3.4 oz, so you're free to pack it in your hand luggage.

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Placing these items in the small bag and separating from your carry-on baggage facilitates the screening process. Pack items that are in containers larger than 3.4 ounces or 100 milliliters in checked baggage. Any liquid, aerosol, gel, cream or paste that alarms during screening will require additional screening.

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The TSA's liquid limit for carry-ons—known as the 3-1-1 rule—allows travelers to pack liquids, aerosols, gels, creams, and pastes under 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) in their carry-on bags. Passengers are allowed up to one quart-sized bag per person, or roughly nine 3.4-ounce containers in a single quart-sized bag.

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But what are they, and is deodorant considered a liquid when flying? Deodorant can be considered a liquid when flying if it is in a gel or aerosol form. If your deodorant is solid, though, the TSA will let you bring a standard stick of solid deodorant with you in your carry-on luggage.

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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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Spray, Gel, Liquid, Cream, Pastes, and Roll-On deodorants need to be in containers no larger than 3.4 ounces and placed in a clear quart-sized baggie.

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Yes, you can take tweezers on a plane and pack them in your carry-on and/or checked bag. It's beneficial to pack them properly to avoid any inconvenience.

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According to the TSA, to carry sunscreen inside your cabin bags, it needs to be less than or equal to 100 ml/3.4 oz in volume. It is the same for any other liquid toiletries, such as perfumes and deodorant. This is known as the LAGs (Liquids, Aerosols and Gels) regulation, which was introduced by the TSA.

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TSA Rules For Flying With Lipstick
When it comes to lipstick, the TSA considers it a solid, not a liquid or gel, which means it's allowed in both carry-on and checked baggage. However, there are some restrictions to keep in mind.

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2006. Terrorists plot to detonate liquid explosives carried onboard at least 10 airliners traveling from the UK to United States and Canada. British Police foil the plot. In response, TSA bans all liquids, gels and aerosols from passenger carry-on luggage.

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What does this mean for travelers? Travelers can expect to see the complete removal of the 100ml rule at major airports by 2024. Eventually, the carry-on liquid limit at these airports will be extended to 2 liters (0.53 gallons). This new limit is already in force at some major airports.

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Generally speaking, you are allowed to take as much as you need with you in your hand luggage. There is no limit to how many paracetamol tablets you can take with you, whether it is prescribed or not. Of course, this may vary between different airlines.

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