Can you check an envelope? (of razor blades)
I'm traveling soon, and will be bringing everything in my carry-on. However, I'd like to bring my preferred blades for my safety razor, rather than finding whatever I can in another country (and taking time away from my trip). I had the idea of packing a few blades in a sturdy padded envelope, since my ticket offers one free checked bag. However, I can't find any reference to anyone actually doing this online[1]. Is this something that airlines will permit?
[1] searched for "check razors envelope", "checked luggage envelope", etc.
Best Answer
You should check the baggage information page of your airline for two things: are razor blades forbidden in checked luggage, and is there a minimum size or weight for checked luggage.
For all airlines I have encountered, the answer to both questions is no, so under the presumption that anything not explicitly forbidden is allowed (within law and common sense), yes, you can bring an adequately protected envelope containing razor blades as checked luggage.
It may be a good idea to put it in a larger box (such as for example a book-sized cardboard box, which you can discard on arrival) to avoid it getting lost.
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Can you check razor blade?
Safety Razors: Because the razor blades are so easy to remove, safety razors are not permitted in your carry-on luggage with the blade. They're fine to pack in your carry-on without the blade. The blades must be stored in your checked luggage. The same applies for straight razors.How do you get rid of razor blades?
Whether the razorblade is the type used in a shaving razor, safety razor, hobby knife or utility knife, blades must be stored and disposed of with care. Wrap in tape, paper or place in a sharps container and dispose of in the garbage or at a sharps collection location.Jarren Benton - Razor Blades and Steak Knives ft. Hemi
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