 Getty Images Show You know the rules: Liquids over 3.4 ounces are not allowed through security. But what exactly qualifies as a liquid? The line is a little blurry. TSA has explanations for a long list of foods and beverages that fall into the gray area and recommends following this general rule of thumb: If you can spill it, spread it, spray it, pump it or pour it, pack it in your checked bag. Below are some of the most useful no-no's to make note of before holiday travel. Hot tip: If you're wondering what else is or isn't allowed, you can always tweet @TSA. They respond fairly quickly and have a surprisingly hilarious social media presence.
If you're transporting booze, don't bring anything over 140 proof, or 70 percent ABV. This includes 151 proof rum, like Bacardi, and grain alcohol. If the alcohol is less than 70% ABV, you can pack up to 5 liters (1.3 gallons) in your checked bag. As for what you can bring on-board, mini bottles of alcohol must be able to "comfortably fit into a single quart-sized bag." Don't let TSA derail dinner! Gravy can only be brought through in a carry-on if it is under 3.4 ounces, though it's fine to be checked in your luggage (albeit risky—nobody wants gravy spilling out everywhere). Creamy cheeses are considered liquids, so make sure that you've got 3.4 ounces or less if you're bringing on something like brie or goat cheese. Or, make your plane snacks a little less bougie and bring string cheese instead. Okay, we can kind of see how this would be a liquid, but just keep it in mind if you're trying to bring food through security (looking at you, Moe's and your massive sides) or bringing a jar on vacation. If it's over 3.4 ounces, it has to be checked. Quite possibly the silliest rule we've seen, ice packs are fine if they are fully frozen when you go through security, but if they are at all thawed, they're classified a liquid. How did this come up? A turducken, of course. In oddly specific news, this cupcake in a jar was confiscated over the holidays in 2011 after TSA classified it as a liquid or gel, saying it violated the 3-1-1 rule. (Passengers can bring a quart-sized bag of liquids, aerosols, gels, creams and pastes through the checkpoint, limited to 3.4 ounces or less per item.) Turns out these Pinterest-worthy baked goods are not allowed in your carry on. In response to the incident, Wicked Good Cupcakes made light of the situation with a "National (Security) Velvet" Cupcake in a Jar. Whether you're a creamy or crunchy kinda person, or addicted to Nutella, these two spreads count as a liquid, so they have to follow the 3-1-1 rule. Cans, even when sealed, must be checked. This goes for chili, soup, sauces (including cranberry), and veggies. Don't forget to pin it for later!
Food is my go-to gift when visiting friends, a favorite souvenir to bring home, and an overall essential item on my packing list. So, more often than not, I’ve stashed some sort of tasty treat in my carry-on—which sometimes causes a little delay at TSA checkpoints. Over the years, I’ve had yogurt confiscated, pâté tossed away, and hot chocolate mix sent through additional screening by TSA agents. But I’ve also had countless protein bars, chips, and sandwiches pass through without a problem. So while yes, you can bring food through TSA checkpoints, there are some important exceptions and rules to know before you head to the airport. What food can you bring through TSA?You can bring most food through TSA, but your snacks—just like your toiletries—are subject to the 3-1-1 rule. If they’re considered a liquid, paste, or gel, they must be under 3.4 ounces. This includes liquids and liquidy things like juice, yogurt, syrup, soup, jams, jellies, condiments, or anything jarred in oil; spreadables like nut butters, pâté, creamy cheeses, hummus, and other dips. So while that 5-ounce yogurt may get you in trouble, a 1.2-ounce packet of nut butter shouldn’t be a problem. Items exempt from the 3.4-ounce rule include: Solid foods, like pasta or sandwiches, are not subject to the rule—so go ahead and bring that entire loaf of San Francisco sourdough on board. Alcohol over 140 proofIf you’re traveling with alcohol over 140 proof (70 percent), you’re not allowed to bring it through airport security in any quantity. If you don’t want that souvenir rum tossed, you’re best off checking it. Frozen foodsTechnically, you can also bring liquidy foods in their frozen form through airport security, “as long as they are frozen solid when presented for screening.” Flights from outside the U.S.The 3-1-1 rule is not unique to the United States. Many other countries, including the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia, also bar liquids, pastes, and gels (whether food or not) over 3.4 ounces in your carry-on. Before flying, check your airline website for more details on what’s allowed. TSA-approved snacks and meals If you want to bring your own snack or meal from home for your flight, here are some of our favorite TSA-approved snacks and meals:
How to pack your snacks for air travelFor snacks and sandwiches, I like packing them in a reusable silicone bag like Stasher (from $13, stasher.com)—which is more environmentally friendly and handy to have for the flight home. For anything that could be considered a liquid, paste, or gel, I use MonBento’s 2.4-ounce snack cups ($8, monbento.com) to ensure I’m bringing less than 3.4 ounces.
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