Aerosols.....

[Maggoty]

Hi guys

what is the ruling about taking aerosols on a flight? Do they have to go in hold or cabin luggage.

Thank you!!

[237SJ]

Either but if you take one in the cabin, it will have to be a small one that conforms with the liquids policy.

[Buenchico]

If the aerosol holds more than 100ml (even if it's actually two thirds empty) it's automatically barred from being carried in the cabin under the security rules unless it's purchased after the security checks. However, given that aerosol cosmetic products are sold 'airside', you can clearly take such products in your cabin baggage.

Aerosols are only specifically excluded from hold baggage (or, indeed, from cabin baggage) if they contain flammable substances (which would, for example, include hair spray). However putting an aerosol into the hold is probably unwise; if the can is of weak construction the pressure difference could see it burst open, distributing its contents throughout your suitcase!

[237SJ]

Buenchico - hairspray is not excluded as it`s not classed as dangerous goods. They are OK in the hold as well because the hold is pressurised in the same way that the cabin is.

[Maggoty]

Super - so I can have both. Thanks guys!! xx