First, the basics. You can carry one quart-sized bag. Inside, each container must be 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less. That’s it. One bag, one person.
Why 3.4 ounces? Because terrorists once tried to blow up a plane with liquid explosives in 2006. So now, we all carry mini-shampoos like we’re going on a doll’s vacation. Fun fact: the actual limit is 100 ml, but the TSA rounded up to 3.4 ounces for American convenience. Math is polite.
And yes, that bag must be clear. No cute floral totes. The TSA wants to see your lotions naked.
The Yogurt Paradox (And Other Traps)
Is yogurt a liquid? Yes. So is peanut butter, hummus, and even cake batter in a can. If it’s spreadable, spoonable, or squeezable, it’s a liquid by TSA law.
Ice counts as a liquid, too. Because science. You can bring frozen breast milk or gel ice packs, but only if they’re completely solid. A half-melted ice cube? That’s a security risk. Go figure.
Ever tried to bring a snow globe? Put it in checked luggage. Snow globes are basically tiny aquatic crime scenes. The TSA agents hate them.
