Dangerous goods are articles or substances which are capable of posing a risk to health, safety, property or the environment when transported by air. Unknown to passengers, many household items and consumer products (eg. powerbanks and lithium batteries) are classified as dangerous goods. When such items are carried by passengers on board an aircraft in their checked or carry-on baggage, they can become a threat to the safety of passengers and crew. Show The air carriage of some items may also require special approval e.g. arms and ammunition. For safety and security reasons, it is therefore important to note the restrictions on the carriage of items by air. Watch this video to find out the key things to note when packing it right. Click on the relevant categories below for more information: Prohibited Items – Items not allowed on an aircraftToggle accordionProhibited items include:
Important to Know: As arms and ammunition are controlled items under the Singapore law, approval from the Singapore Police Force - Airport Police Division is required for the air carriage of such items. Prior arrangements should be made with your airline to facilitate the carriage of these items. Checked Baggage - Items that must be checked inToggle accordionItemsImportant to know Sharp objects, bulky items, certain types of sporting equipment E.g. knives, jack knives, scissors, wine openers, nail clippers, letter openers, multi-tools (including credit-card sized ones), hockey sticks, baseball bats, billiard cues. Liquids, aerosols and gels in containers of 100ml / 100g or more, even if the containers are partially filled. E.g. drinks, creams, balms, lotions, pressurised foams and sprays, canned food with liquid content, peanut butter, honey, soups and sauces, perfumes and deodorants. Note: For more detailed restrictions on aerosols, please refer to the section on Aerosol Products. Ammunition*
Note: Arms and ammunition are controlled items under Singapore law. The air carriage of such items will require approval from the Singapore Police Force - Airport Police Division, and prior arrangements should be made with your airline to facilitate the carriage of these items. Wheelchairs powered by non-spillable wet batteries or other batteries* such as alkali-manganese, zinc-carbon, nickel-cadmium or nickel-metal hydride batteries
Wheelchairs powered by spillable batteries*
Wheelchairs powered by lithium ion batteries*
Small medical or clinical thermometer containing mercury
* These items will require the airline’s approval prior to their preparation for carriage on board the aircraft. The conditions for the carriage of such items/or articles may vary between airlines. You are encouraged to make advance arrangements with the airline prior to arriving at the airport. Does toothpaste count as a liquid?Common travel items that must comply with the 3-1-1 liquids rule include toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, mouthwash and lotion.
How many 100ml bottles can you take on the plane?If you do take liquids in your hand luggage: containers must hold no more than 100ml. containers should be in a single, transparent, resealable plastic bag, which holds no more than a litre and measures around 20cm by 20cm. contents must fit comfortably inside the bag so it can be sealed.
Can I take 4 oz of liquid on a plane?The TSA permits you to carry any liquids, gels and aerosols in containers that hold up to 3.4 ounces. It's called the 3-1-1 rule because your liquids must be no more than 3.4 ounces (that's the 3), they have to fit into 1-quart bags (there's the 1) and you're only allowed one (that's the final 1) of the bags.
Does deodorant count as a liquid?Stick deodorant is fine in any size. Well, almost any size… Powders and crystals are good to go as well. 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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