There are so many things that you want to bring on board, but with the TSA regulations, you’re probably wondering what you can and can’t bring.  As part of our TSA regulations series, I wanted to make it easier on what you can and can’t bring.

Keep in mind that this always changes, so you will always want to make sure that you refer to the main TSA website to view any updates.

With food, the process isn’t really hard to understand and let’s start off with the liquids.  If you can, be sure to check your liquids in, rather than bring them on the plane.  If you’re going to bring a carry on online, you will want to limit your total liquids to 3 ounces or less.  Your liquids must be in a TSA approved container as well.

Now, when most people think of liquids, they generally think of soda or some water.  This isn’t the case with the TSA.  You’re going to find that the following items will be considered liquids as well.  Basically, if you can pour it, consider it a liquid.

• Dips / Spreads (Peanut Butter, Cheese spread, Jelly)
• Gravy
• Sauces  / Syrup (If you can pour it, it’s a liquid)
• Oils
• Dressing
• Salsa / Salad Dressings
• Any type of soup

This is where most people get confused.  Sure, you can put your gravy in a 3 ounce container, but I don’t think people realize how small this container is.

Now, when it comes to food, you can bring solid food on board, but if you do bring items that can be filled such as pies or cakes, it may be subject to further inspection.

The TSA advises that you don’t wrap your food in gift wrap.  If you do, you’re going to find that 99% of the time, they will make you unwrap it.  This is wh you will want to check these type of items in, rather than risk the check at the checkpoint.  Shipping is also another option as well.

To get further information on food, the TSA has a great sub page on what you can and can’t bring, as well as more information.  If you’re questioning it, keep it at home or check it in.  By doing so, you will be safe most of the time.