Can I bring compressed air cans in the airport?
I'm buying this for an overseas friend.
I was wondering if I could bring compressed air cans through the airport considering they come with warnings such as
Warning: Flammable/Combustible when exposed to naked flame or stored in an area where temperatures exceed 50° C
I know this might be dependent on the airlines, so I'll go ahead and say I'll be flying with either Malaysia Airlines or Jetstar.
Best Answer
From the link in Green Chili's post:
Flammable Items Carry-on? Checked? Aerosol (any except for personal care or toiletries in limited quantities) NO NO
This is a flammable aerosol (read the description, the propellant is a hydrocarbon), it's not personal care or a toiletry, it's not permitted.
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Will aerosol cans explode in checked luggage?
You don't need to worry about toiletry aerosol products as long as each container is 18 ounces or fewer and you're not trying to travel with more than 70 ounces total. Those are compliant with TSA rules, and they won't explode in the air.Will cans explode in carry-on luggage?
While it's fine to bring carbonated drinks on board, there is a good chance that they will explode due to air pressure changes in your suitcase. If you are carrying a carry-on, you will have to toss your soda before security since bottles and cans contain more than three ounces.Can you pack a can in checked luggage?
Canned Food: Canned goods are fine to fly in a checked bag, but they also are usually subject to the TSA's 3-1-1 rule. This can be a big problem because most cans are more than 3.4 ounces and they would require additional screening. It's best to check it or ship it home.Why Do Compressed Air Cans Get Cold?
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One time I tried to bring imported compressed air from Taiwan, very rare, on a flight from Hong Kong to Africa, they asked why I had a warrant out from back home in Tibet, and I explained to them that the Tibetan Monks aren't fond of using compressed air to freeze other humans. I went on to explain I am a compressed air salesman from Madagascar and that the can I was carrying was my product. 3 1/2 body cavity searches later, they let me take it on! They never identified me as the man that froze the flight attendant on that flight hehe. Long story short, with patience and persistence, you can get away with it.
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