THESE 6 items not allowed in flight: A complete travel guide
lifestyle May 22 2025
Author: Nancy Tiwari Image Credits:Gemini
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Dried Coconut or Copra
The restriction on carrying coconuts on flights is due to safety reasons, as coconuts are flammable and pose a fire risk. Dried coconuts, in particular, have a higher oil content.
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Sprays and Aerosols
Aerosol cans like hairspray, bug repellent, and insecticides can be explosive. These are also not allowed in cabin baggage.
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Powerful Batteries and Power Banks
Lithium batteries and power banks with higher watt-hours are allowed only in limited quantities. Power banks are prohibited in checked baggage and are only allowed in hand baggage.
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Liquids/Gels Over 100 ml
Shampoo, oil, water bottles, lotions, perfumes, handwash, etc., if exceeding 100 ml, are not allowed in cabin baggage. These can only be carried in checked baggage.
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Flammable Items
Items like matches, lighters, petrol, deodorants (aerosol form), fireworks, etc., are strictly prohibited as they can catch fire.
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Sharp Objects
Items like knives, scissors, razor blades, nail cutters, screwdrivers, etc., are considered dangerous from a security perspective and are not allowed in cabin baggage.