Will an Aerosol explode in Checked Bags? TSA allow it?
Jan 4, 2009, 9:59 am
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Well, the aerosols in question have to be flammable, too. It's a matter of hazardous material.
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As far as why they're okay, and those not sprayed onto the body aren't? They're not "okay." They'd still be flammable, they'd still be potentially dangerous. The difference comes, however, because TSA does want people to continue flying
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So, yeah. Personal items are exempt from the flammability requirements of checked baggage. :P
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As far as why they're okay, and those not sprayed onto the body aren't? They're not "okay." They'd still be flammable, they'd still be potentially dangerous. The difference comes, however, because TSA does want people to continue flying
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So, yeah. Personal items are exempt from the flammability requirements of checked baggage. :P
FLAMMABLE: do not use near heat, flame or while smoking. Avoid long terms storage above 104 degrees F (40 deg. C).
Jan 4, 2009, 12:06 pm
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It must be a personality thing - I could not work for something I don't believe in wholeheartedly.
The rest of my life is spent pretty meaningfully, and my TSO paycheck helps to fund those endeavors. The compromise is acceptable!
CS19, I think the overall amount of aerosols is limited to something like 96 oz. I haven't worked in checked baggage for at least a year, so I'm a little fuzzy on the rules -- maybe one of the other TSOs can help me out here?
Jan 4, 2009, 12:23 pm
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3 weeks in paradise X2 people who reapply constantly (and rarely burn
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2-3 gallon size bags of the stuff. Yeah, maybe a little overkill, but a bottle of lotion + spray for each gear bag, variety of SPF's for different uses, spray runs out quick, etc. Not all spray, but lotions and such goes in the bag as well.
We do tend to split the bags up into 2 suitcases, unless mine is full and then takes all the stuff. When we come home, the extra room gets filled up with rum.
FYI- Banana Boat has a great aloe after-sun lotion. Really helps after all the sun/sand/surf, and smells good.
Enjoy the beach- I still have 120 days to go.....
=2-3 gallon size bags of the stuff. Yeah, maybe a little overkill, but a bottle of lotion + spray for each gear bag, variety of SPF's for different uses, spray runs out quick, etc. Not all spray, but lotions and such goes in the bag as well.
We do tend to split the bags up into 2 suitcases, unless mine is full and then takes all the stuff.
When we come home, the extra room gets filled up with rum.FYI- Banana Boat has a great aloe after-sun lotion. Really helps after all the sun/sand/surf, and smells good.
Enjoy the beach- I still have 120 days to go.....
Jan 4, 2009, 4:24 pm
#21
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Originally Posted by cs19
So the quantity limit on "personal items" relates to a single can size, like 18oz? Does that mean there is no overall limit? Pack as many aerosols as you want, as long as they are all personal items and under 18oz for each bottle? I'm not doing this, just curious now.
Originally Posted by OFTPYLTH
CS19, I think the overall amount of aerosols is limited to something like 96 oz. I haven't worked in checked baggage for at least a year, so I'm a little fuzzy on the rules -- maybe one of the other TSOs can help me out here?
For checked baggage: There is no quantity limit for non-flammable personal items (to include non-flammable aerosols).
If the personal item is flammable, in the form of an aerosol such as hairspray, or a liquid like fingernail polish remover, then the capacity of the container may not exceed 18oz (.5kg) or 16 fl.oz. (470mL).
The total quantity of personal items that would otherwise be classified as hazardous material may not exceed 70oz (2kg) or 68 fl.oz. (2L).
Jan 4, 2009, 4:38 pm
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No way in HELL. Since the TSA does not permit us to properly secure our luggage (I refuse to acknowledge those cheap-... TSA-Approved locks as valid locks, they are too damn easily broken). I am REQUIRED to travel domestically with my laptop in order to be functional at work. I have to have it in my possession in order to be functional while IN TRANSIT, in the event that a customer requires remote support. At present, ALL US-domestic airlines specifically state that laptops are NOT permitted or covered in checked luggage.
Jan 4, 2009, 7:48 pm
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No way in HELL. Since the TSA does not permit us to properly secure our luggage (I refuse to acknowledge those cheap-... TSA-Approved locks as valid locks, they are too damn easily broken). I am REQUIRED to travel domestically with my laptop in order to be functional at work. I have to have it in my possession in order to be functional while IN TRANSIT, in the event that a customer requires remote support. At present, ALL US-domestic airlines specifically state that laptops are NOT permitted or covered in checked luggage.
Jan 5, 2009, 12:56 pm
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What about a "spare air?"
http://www.spareair.com/service/index.htm
I thought they were only allowed if the regulator was disconnected. Its ok for aerosols to be pressurized?
http://www.spareair.com/service/index.htm
I thought they were only allowed if the regulator was disconnected. Its ok for aerosols to be pressurized?
Jan 5, 2009, 6:02 pm
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Before 9/11, I once carried some paint (touch up paint for a car) in a small aerosol can (think hobby shop paint cans if those are still sold) in carry on. I assumed the lower pressure in the cabin would cause a leak, and put the paint in a plastic jar and screwed the lid on tight. Sure enough, even though the jar was sealed tight, some paint did leak out of the can (but not the jar).
For checked bags, I would place any aerosols in a zip loc bag, and then inside a clear, shatter resistant jar, and hope that if the TSA does open your luggage, and leaves everything sealed.
For checked bags, I would place any aerosols in a zip loc bag, and then inside a clear, shatter resistant jar, and hope that if the TSA does open your luggage, and leaves everything sealed.
Last edited by mre5765; Jan 6, 2009 at 10:17 am
Dec 12, 2010, 5:34 pm
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Whipped Lightning?
I had to look this one up, because it's been so long since I went over it.
For checked baggage: There is no quantity limit for non-flammable personal items (to include non-flammable aerosols).
If the personal item is flammable, in the form of an aerosol such as hairspray, or a liquid like fingernail polish remover, then the capacity of the container may not exceed 18oz (.5kg) or 16 fl.oz. (470mL).
The total quantity of personal items that would otherwise be classified as hazardous material may not exceed 70oz (2kg) or 68 fl.oz. (2L).
For checked baggage: There is no quantity limit for non-flammable personal items (to include non-flammable aerosols).
If the personal item is flammable, in the form of an aerosol such as hairspray, or a liquid like fingernail polish remover, then the capacity of the container may not exceed 18oz (.5kg) or 16 fl.oz. (470mL).
The total quantity of personal items that would otherwise be classified as hazardous material may not exceed 70oz (2kg) or 68 fl.oz. (2L).
How would this rule apply to Whipped Lightning, the infamous ~40-proof alcohol-infused whipped cream? It is an aerosol, most certainly flammable, and could be considered a personal item (for consumption and/or body adornment), so would I be able to pack up to 5 x 375ml bottles into my checked bag?
NB: this is not considered a food item as yet (not regulated by the FDA); in fact, the first listed ingredient is grain neutral spirits and the second is cream...
Last edited by JoshMyPickle; Dec 12, 2010 at 5:39 pm Reason: added NB