Originally Posted by entropy
I was flying out of SJC last night, and had a bottle of lens solution with me. I also brought a printout of the TSA website stating that they were OK as long as they were declared.
Stormtrooper-ette 55166 told me that they were not permitted, and I showed her the web printout. SHe said MEDICAL, and I asked if near sightedness was a medical condition. She said yes, but the contact lens solution for my contacts was not a medical necessity. I highlighted for her the parts of the website where it says quite clearly that there is no limit on the saline solution as long as it is declared, and that I was declaring it. She called over stormtrooper 49505 who agreed with her. I told them to check with their boss, which they said they did and came back with the same answer. They ended up stealing my solution.
Was it 4 oz or less? If so it should have been found compliant with the old saline rule. Mine passed thru fine 2 weeks ago (did not even search bag) but then again TSA rules are enforced or not depending on the phase of the moon.
Personally I think your mistake (I say that tounge in cheek) was declaring it. Just pack it and take your chances or better yet bring it thru in one of your pockets. This may not be feasible if you have 12oz, but I would never travel with that amount as it often explodes in flight.