{"type":"document","data":{"id":"d0b07417-7ae7-47d2-87b4-9475cea15c0f","localeString":"en-GB","publishDate":"2024-01-30T14:05:35.427+01:00","contentType":"onecms:editorialPage","hasMacro":false,"flexPageMetadata":{"afmBanner":false,"robotInstruction":{"noIndex":false,"noFollow":false},"description":"Packing liquids in hand luggage the right way allows you to travel worry-free. Discover the most important restrictions and exceptions in this article."},"mainHeaderZone":{"componentType":"editorialHeader","coreHeader":{"title":"What liquids can I carry in my hand luggage?","subtitle":"Packing liquids in your hand luggage can be a struggle for both first-time travellers and frequent flyers. To guarantee your safety, there are certain regulations and restrictions in place for bringing liquids in your hand luggage. There are, however, also some exceptions.","headerImage":{"transformBaseUrl":"https://assets.ing.com/transform/1e642f05-082f-4aaf-8f93-4cb0d00c7741/Cars-driving-on-the-highway-when-it-is-snowing","type":"image","width":5616,"altTextFR":"Voitures circulant sur l'autoroute par temps de neige","original":"https://assets.ing.com/m/7f1ac1308f0111b5/original/Cars-driving-on-the-highway-when-it-is-snowing.jpg","extension":"jpg"}},"backLink":{"textLink":{"url":"/en/individuals/insurance","text":"Insurance"}},"date":"2024-01-30","readingTime":2},"flexZone":{"flexComponents":[{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"<p>What liquids can you carry in your hand luggage on an airplane? What limitations are in place and what are the exemptions? In this article, we tell you everything you need to know about liquids and hand luggage.</p>"}},{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"Liquids in hand luggage: general rules"},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"<p>The quantity of liquids, gels and aerosols in your <a data-type=\"internal\" href=\"/en/individuals/insurance/hand-luggage-dimensions\">hand luggage</a> is strictly limited for security concerns and to maintain aviation safety. Therefore, you can only carry gels and liquids in your hand luggage if: </p><ul><li><p>They are packed in individual containers that contain no more than 100 ml. </p></li><li><p>The liquids are stored in a single transparent and re-sealable plastic (ziplock) bag. </p></li><li><p>The transparent bag has a total capacity of no more than 1 litre. You can bring one bag per passenger.  </p></li></ul>"}},{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"What products are considered liquids?"},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"<p>The definition for liquids and gels in your carry-on is much broader than you might think. Items or products that are subject to these restrictions are: </p><ul><li><p>Water and other drinks, syrups, soup, … </p></li><li><p>Personal care and make up products such as hair and shower gels, shaving foam, perfumes, toothpaste, mascara, lip gloss and lipsticks, nail polish, contact lens solution, creams, lotions and oils; </p></li><li><p>Liquids in pressurised spray cans such as deodorants and hairspray; </p></li><li><p>Liquid food products, including jams, chocolate spread, yoghurt and butters; </p></li><li><p>Liquid medicines such as cough syrup; </p></li><li><p>Hair and cooling gels </p></li><li><p>Liquid-solid mixtures such as foods in sauce </p></li></ul>"}},{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"Exemptions"},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"<p>For some types of liquids, the limitations mentioned above do not apply: </p><ul><li><p>Liquids purchased in airport shops, bars or restaurants can be carried as hand luggage. However, they will be packed in a specially sealed bag that you can only open once you reach your final destination.  </p></li><li><p>Tax free liquids or gels purchased after airport security can be used freely in the airplane cabin. </p></li><li><p>Baby food in liquid form is allowed in your hand luggage without restrictions, but only if your baby is travelling with you. Airport security might ask you to taste the products to prove that it is indeed baby food. </p></li><li><p>Medicines and dietary supplements for use during your flight are also allowed. </p></li><li><p>In your checked baggage, you can carry unlimited liquids. However, please note that certain liquids, such as chemical and toxic substances, fall under the prohibited items category and may never be carried in any type of luggage. </p></li></ul>"}}]},"complementaryZone":{"flexComponents":[{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"Also consider"},{"componentType":"cards","cards":[{"componentType":"articleCard","cardType":"article","cardSize":"medium","title":"Skiing assistance","body":"Make the most of your winter sports holiday and hit the slopes with peace of mind, thanks to the skiing assistance coverage which is systematically included in your travel insurance.","image":{"transformBaseUrl":"https://assets.ing.com/transform/d303906e-3a98-4e2b-8b4a-415c466340a5/Empty-road-amidst-trees-during-winter","type":"image","width":5197,"original":"https://assets.ing.com/m/756c2fa35d0e1470/original/Empty-road-amidst-trees-during-winter.jpg","extension":"jpg"},"date":"2023-12-14","link":{"url":"/en/individuals/insurance/skiing-assistance"}},{"componentType":"articleCard","cardType":"article","cardSize":"medium","title":"What to pack for a ski trip?","body":"Going on a skip trip soon but not sure what to pack? 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