Yes, shampoo is allowed on flights, with certain restrictions.
Understanding the Rules for Carrying Shampoo on Flights
When packing for a flight, it's important to know the rules regarding liquids like shampoo. Here's a breakdown:
- Container Size: You can bring your shampoo and other liquids in small containers.
- Each container must have a maximum capacity of 100 ml.
- This limit applies to each individual bottle or container of shampoo.
- Total Volume: All your liquid items must fit into one transparent, resealable plastic bag.
- This bag should have a total volume of up to 1 liter.
How to Pack Your Shampoo for a Flight
Here are some practical tips for packing your shampoo:
- Travel-sized bottles: Purchase travel-sized containers that are 100 ml or less.
- Resealable bag: Use a quart-sized or 1-liter resealable bag for all your liquids.
- Check the rules: Make sure the country you are flying to or from doesn't have other specific requirements.
Example: Packing Shampoo for a Weekend Trip
Imagine you're going on a weekend trip. You want to take:
- Shampoo (90ml bottle).
- Conditioner (90ml bottle).
- Body wash (100ml bottle).
- Face lotion (50ml bottle).
These would all fit into one 1-liter resealable bag because each container is 100 ml or less and the total volume of all containers is below 1 liter.
Key Takeaways
- You can bring shampoo on a flight.
- Containers must not exceed 100 ml.
- All liquids must fit into a 1-liter resealable bag.
