Originally Posted by
Mientree
If you do decide to take it with you in your carry on, remember to declare it as a medical item before the x-ray. [Anything that can help back that up like a Rx label on the product may be of help - but provides zero proof as far as the TSA is concerned.] They'll probably want to ETD swab / test it, etc.
But, unfortunately, it will most likely come down to what kind of mood the screener is in that day, etc. -- so the standard "YMMV" disclaimer will apply (as alluded to by the other posters above)...
I have the instructions on the exercise my therapist wants me to do. These specifically refer to the substance as "Play-Doh" or "Silly Putty". I am now leaning to carrying it on.
My rationale is ...
If I am lucky nothing will happen either way (pack it or carry it).
If am not lucky it will get confiscated at security or worse, my bags will get pulled aside for more intensive screening (meaning, I get to Europe with no luggage).