Can I fly with bear spray in my checked luggage?


Can I fly with bear spray in my checked luggage? Animal repellent (such as bear spray) is a tricky issue. It can be checked IF it is less than four ounces and contains less than 2% of the active CS or CN ingredient. Since most products do not meet this requirement, it is best to leave the bear spray at home and buy it upon arrival.


Can spray be checked in luggage?

Checked Bags: Yes The FAA limits the total amount of restricted medicinal and toiletry articles, including aerosols, in checked baggage. The total aggregate quantity per person cannot exceed 2 kg (70 ounces) or 2 L (68 fluid ounces).


Can airport security detect pepper spray?

Just as how airport scanners can detect drugs, they can easily detect mace and pepper spray as well.


Can you fly with bear spray Canada?

Bear repellents are not considered prohibited in Canada, but the specifications state that the bear spray must bear USEPA on the label. However, bear bangers (with explosive) are currently not permitted. Bear spray is not permitted on commercial aircraft.


Do aerosols leak in checked luggage?

First of all, it's not dangerous in most circumstances. The vast majority of aerosol cans will arrive at your destination in tact, and the worst thing most people see is a little leak. It's not going to explode except in rare circumstances.


Do you have to declare pepper spray in checked luggage?

Checked Bags: Yes One 4 fl. oz. (118 ml) container of mace or pepper spray is permitted in checked baggage provided it is equipped with a safety mechanism to prevent accidental discharge. Self-defense sprays containing more than 2 percent by mass of tear gas (CS or CN) are prohibited in checked baggage.


Can you take aerosols through airport security?

You are allowed to bring a quart-sized bag of liquids, aerosols, gels, creams and pastes in your carry-on bag and through the checkpoint. These are limited to travel-sized containers that are 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less per item.


What aerosols are not allowed on planes?

Summing Up: Traveling With Aerosols
But remember that you can't bring all aerosols on planes, like pepper spray, WD-40, or any other aerosol that isn't intended to be used on the skin and is flammable. You most likely won't get into trouble by bringing them, but you will be asked to discard them at the airport.