Can I bring an inkjet printer in my carry-on?

Can I bring an inkjet printer in my carry-on? - Little Boy Carrying Can

Though this answer relates to an OfficeJet 8710 too big to fit in a carry-on, it does warn:

But more importantly, there was a bomb threat a few years ago that involved toner cartridges and thus the TSA has treated them in the past like potential bombs. While the ban is officially lifted, it just takes one zealous TSA officer to make a mess of your printer. Not advised.

What if my grandparents pack a smaller OfficeJet 3830 in a carry-on, without ink cartridges?

  1. They can happily remove the printer from their carry-on and place it on an Airport Security Tray. Is this necessary though? Is it sufficient simply to notify the airport screener that their carry-on contains an inkjet printer?

  2. Will they face any difficulties with airport screeners?






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Can you take a printer as a carry-on?

Yes we can bring printer in checkin baggage. However, some airlines would create a fuss about printer cartridges and ink to declare as DG. Dangerous goods as it falls under UN 1210 under IATA dangerous good regulations. Its best to call the airlines before travel to understand their regulations.

How do you carry a printer?

If you are still nervous about flying with your fountain pen, put the pen inside a ziplock bag during flight. This will keep any ink that leaks inside the bag. Flying with a fountain pen is not a problem with most modern pens as long as you know these few simple tips and tricks. Enjoy your flight!

How do you fly with ink?

Guns and ammunition (including BB guns and cap guns) Stun guns and tasers. Sharp objects (knives, axes, razor blades) Self-defense items (such as pepper spray, brass knuckle, billy clubs)



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