What can't you take on a plane?
As air travel becomes more popular, more and more travelers are confused about the baggage regulations when flying. In order to help you better understand what items cannot be brought on board the plane, this article has compiled hot topics and content in the past 10 days, combined with the latest regulations of the Civil Aviation Administration, to provide you with a detailed guide.
1. Classification of prohibited items

According to the regulations of the Civil Aviation Administration, prohibited items are mainly divided into the following categories:
| Category | specific items | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Flammable and explosive items | Lighters, matches, alcohol, gasoline, fireworks, etc. | Some airports allow you to bring a lighter, but you need to carry it with you |
| sharp objects | Knives, scissors, nail clippers, razor blades, etc. | Some small tools can be checked in |
| liquid | Liquids, gels, sprays, etc. exceeding 100ml | The capacity of a single bottle does not exceed 100ml, and the total volume does not exceed 1L. |
| Other dangerous goods | Firearms, ammunition, police equipment, drugs, etc. | Absolutely prohibited |
2. Common misunderstandings
Many passengers have misunderstandings about whether certain items can be brought on board the plane. The following are some of the most popular questions in the past 10 days:
1.Can the power bank be carried?The Civil Aviation Administration of China stipulates that power banks with a rated energy of no more than 100Wh can be carried with you. Power banks with a rated energy exceeding 100Wh but no more than 160Wh must be approved by the airline, and each person is limited to 2.
2.Can fruits be brought?Domestic flights are generally allowed to carry fruits, but international flights are subject to the quarantine regulations of the destination country, and some fruits may be prohibited from entry.
3.How to carry cosmetics?Liquid cosmetics bottles with a capacity of no more than 100 ml can be carried with you, and bottles exceeding 100 ml must be checked in. Solid cosmetics (such as lipstick, powder) are not restricted.
3. Handling of special items
Passengers need to pay special attention to some special items:
| Items | Processing method |
|---|---|
| pet | You need to apply to the airline in advance and provide quarantine certificate |
| Lithium battery | Must be carried with you, not checked in |
| Liquor | Alcohol content exceeding 70% is prohibited, but alcohol content between 24% and 70% can be checked (no more than 5L) |
4. Precautions for international flights
In addition to complying with the regulations of the Civil Aviation Administration, international flights must also comply with the laws and regulations of the destination country. The following are several international flight carry-on regulations that have been hotly searched recently:
1.Australia:No fresh food, animal or plant products are allowed.
2.USA:Meat, fruit, soil, etc. are not allowed.
3.EU countries:It is prohibited to carry cash exceeding 10,000 euros (declaration required).
5. Summary
When taking a plane, be sure to understand the baggage regulations in advance to avoid delaying your trip due to carrying prohibited items. Passengers are advised to check the latest regulations on the airline's official website or customer service before departure to ensure a smooth trip.
I hope this article can help you better understand what not to bring when flying. I wish you all a happy trip!
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