What size ice packs are TSA approved?

*When in carry-on baggage any liquid/gel ice products are further limited to 100-ml (3.4 oz) containers at the TSA security checkpoint if not already frozen solid. Tip: Normal ice packs (those that must be first put in a freezer) are not hazardous materials and have no quantity limits in checked baggage.



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Frozen liquid items are allowed through the checkpoint as long as they are frozen solid when presented for screening.

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The FAA limits you to 5.5 pounds of dry ice that is properly packaged (the package is vented) and marked. Airline approval is required. For more information, visit the FAA website.

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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 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. This is also known as the 3-1-1 liquids rule.

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If your food needs to stay cold, pack it with frozen gel packs, but be careful to pull them out of the freezer the moment before you leave for the airport. Partially melted freezer packs or foods that veer into the liquid territory because they've defrosted will be confiscated.

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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.

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Foods you can't pack in your carry-on
Think: creamy cheeses, liquid chocolate, liquid coffee, creamy dips and spreads, gravy, honey, hummus, ice cream, jam, jelly, juice, syrup, peanut butter, salad dressing, sauce, salsa, soda, soup and yogurt.

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Can I bring my own filled water bottle through the TSA checkpoint? No, you are not permitted to bring your own filled water bottle that exceeds 3.4 ounces through the checkpoint.

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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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