Check dangerous goods and pack right for a safe flight.

Some items are banned on aircraft by law because they can harm people or the aircraft. Others must be packed right, in the cabin or checked baggage only. Before you fly, check online or with your airline.

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Security-type equipment containing lithium batteries or pyrotechnic material

Security-type equipment, such as attache cases, cash boxes, cash bags etc. incorporating dangerous goods (e.g. lithium batteries or pyrotechnic material)

Updated: 2 February 2026
Conditions

The security-type equipment must be equipped with an effective means of preventing accidental activation and the dangerous goods incorporated in the equipment must meet the conditions of Special Provision A178. Contact your airline for further information. You must gain approval from your airline before flying.

Quantity limit

No quantity limit applicable

Airline approval required
Can be checked-in
Can't be carried-on
Security-type equipment, such as attache cases, cash boxes, cash bags etc. incorporating dangerous goods (e.g. lithium batteries or pyrotechnic material)

Spare non-flammable, non-toxic gas cylinders - for the operation of mechanical limbs

Spare non-flammable, non-toxic gas cylinders - for the operation of mechanical limbs - required to ensure an adequate supply for the duration of the journey

Updated: 2 February 2026
Conditions

No conditions applicable

Quantity limit

No quantity limit applicable

Can be checked-in
Can be carried-on
Spare non-flammable, non-toxic gas cylinders - for the operation of mechanical limbs - required to ensure an adequate supply for the duration of the journey

Wheelchair or other battery-powered mobility device with non-spillable battery

Wheelchair or other battery-powered mobility device with non-spillable battery

Updated: 2 February 2026
Conditions

You must gain approval from your airline before flying.

Quantity limit

No quantity limit applicable

Airline approval required
Can be checked-in
Can't be carried-on
Wheelchair or other battery-powered mobility device with non-spillable battery

Wheelchair or other battery-powered mobility device with spillable or lithium ion batteries

Wheelchair or other battery-powered mobility device with spillable batteries or with lithium ion batteries

Updated: 2 February 2026
Conditions

You must gain approval from your airline before flying.

Quantity limit

No quantity limit applicable

Airline approval required
Can be checked-in
Can't be carried-on
Wheelchair or other battery-powered mobility device with spillable batteries or with lithium ion batteries

Flint, fire steel, fire strikers and spark rods

Flint, fire steel, fire strikers and spark rods

Updated: 2 February 2026
Conditions

Magnesium and Ferrocerium fire starters and spark rods, like the ones commercially available for outdoor camping, are not considered a Dangerous Good.

Quantity limit

No quantity limit applicable

Can be checked-in
Can be carried-on
Flint, fire steel, fire strikers and spark rods

Spillable batteries containing lead-acid used in cars, motorbikes, golf carts etc

Spillable batteries containing lead-acid used in cars, motorbikes, golf carts etc

Updated: 2 February 2026
Conditions

Car batteries, wet batteries, or spillable batteries are prohibited from both carry-on and checked baggage unless being used to power a mobility aid or wheelchair.

Quantity limit
Not applicable - forbidden item
Item Not Permitted

Sealed lead-acid, non-spillable or gel type batteries under 12 volts or 100 Wh

Sealed lead-acid, non-spillable or gel type batteries under 12 volts or 100 Wh

Updated: 2 February 2026
Conditions

The battery must not have a voltage greater than 12 volts and a Watt-hour rating of not greater than 100 Wh. Equipment must either be protected from inadvertent activation, or the battery disconnected and exposed terminals insulated. Spare batteries must be protected from short circuit by the effective insulation of exposed terminals. No more than two individually protected batteries per person. Passengers should check with their airline for operator variations.

Quantity limit

No quantity limit applicable

Can be checked-in
Can be carried-on
Sealed lead-acid, non-spillable or gel type batteries under 12 volts or 100 Wh

Battery Dry - spare

Battery, dry (alkali-manganese, zinc-carbon, nickel metal hydride, nickel cadmium) NOT Lithium.

Updated: 2 February 2026
Conditions

Sealed, non-vented batteries used in torches, flashlights and operating small items. Must be packed so as to prevent short circuit. Most operators require all spare batteries to be in carry on baggage.

Quantity limit

No quantity limit applicable

Can't be checked-in
Can be carried-on
Battery, dry (alkali-manganese, zinc-carbon, nickel metal hydride, nickel cadmium) NOT Lithium.

Smart Bag (containing lithium ion battery for recharging devices) without mobile/wi-fi communication

Smart Bag (containing lithium ion battery for recharging devices) without mobile or wi-fi communication

Updated: 2 February 2026
Conditions

Must be treated as spare batteries. Cannot be checked-in. Carry on-luggage only. Airline approval required for batteries between 101 and 160 Wh.

Quantity limit

No quantity limit applicable

Airline approval required
Can't be checked-in
Can be carried-on
Smart Bag (containing lithium ion battery for recharging devices) without mobile or wi-fi communication

Baggage equipped with a lithium battery

Baggage with installed lithium batteries e.g. 'smart bags' or 'smart luggage'

Updated: 2 February 2026
Conditions

Checked baggage - Batteries must be removed and carried in the cabin if battery capacity exceeds: For lithium metal batteries, a content of 0.3 grams or less; For lithium-ion batteries, a Watt-hour rating of 2.7 Wh or less. Carry-on (cabin) baggage - Batteries can remain installed in the baggage if battery capacity is less than: For lithium metal batteries, a content of 2 grams or less; For lithium-ion batteries, a Watt-hour rating of 100 Wh or less. Refer to airline for any airline specific requirements.

Quantity limit
Per bag
Can be checked-in
Can be carried-on
Baggage with installed lithium batteries e.g. 'smart bags' or 'smart luggage'
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