TSA Reminds Travelers Common Pantry Staple Counts as a Liquid at Airport Security
The agency said the spread must follow the 3.4-ounce carry-on limit, and larger amounts should go in checked bags.
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Popular pantry staple could get you stopped at airport security under little-known TSA rule
Peanut butter is classified as a liquid by TSA, meaning it must follow carry-on liquids rules at airport security. Larger quantities can go in checked luggage; a travel expert weighs in.
When you prepare your baggage for the plane, you probably carefully check the liquids, cosmetics and water containers. However, there are also apparently ordinary foods that fall into the same category of security control. Among them is peanut butter, which the American authorities consider liquid when transported in the hand baggage, broadcasts MEDIAFAX, [...]
When you prepare your baggage for the plane, you probably think of liquids, cosmetics or water containers. However, there are also apparently ordinary foods that can enter the same category, and a rule of the American security authorities can create surprises even at airport control.
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