Household & Tools Items
Common household items and tools that travelers may need to bring. Many tools have size restrictions for carry-on baggage.
All Household & Tools Items (37)
Below is a comprehensive list of household & tools items and whether they are allowed in carry-on and checked baggage according to TSA regulations.
Blender
Blenders are allowed in carry-on bags if the blade has been removed. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.
View DetailsBread Machine
Bread machines are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane.
View DetailsCar Parts
Car engine parts and other car parts without fuel or traces of fuel are allowed in carry-on or checked bags. Car engine parts may be placed in checked bags only if the parts are packed in their original box and free of gasoline and oil.
View DetailsCast Iron Cookware
Cast iron cookware is not allowed in carry-on bags but may be transported in checked luggage.
View DetailsCoffee/Espresso Maker
Coffee and espresso makers are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags. Please carefully pack your electronics items and make sure all cords are wrapped.
View DetailsCorkscrews (with no blade)
Corkscrews without blades are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags.
View DetailsCrochet Hooks
Crochet hooks are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.
View DetailsCrowbars
Crowbars are not allowed in carry-on bags but may be transported in checked luggage.
View DetailsCutting Boards
Generally, plastic and small wood cutting boards are allowed. However, the final decision rests with checkpoint officers.
View DetailsDrills and Drill Bits
Drills and drill bits are not allowed in carry-on bags but may be transported in checked luggage.
View DetailsHammers
Hammers are not allowed in carry-on bags but may be transported in checked luggage.
View DetailsLock Picks
Tools that are 7 inches or less in length are allowed in carry-on bags. Please check with local law enforcement regarding traveling with this item. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.
View DetailsMallets
Mallets are not allowed in carry-on bags but may be transported in checked luggage.
View DetailsMicrowave
Microwave is allowed through the checkpoint. Please check with your airline for their policy.
View DetailsMixer
Mixer is allowed in carry-on bags. Please check with your airline for any size or weight restrictions.
View DetailsMulti-tool without Blades
Multi-tools without blades are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags.
View DetailsMulti-tools
In general, you are prohibited from traveling with sharp objects in your carry-on bags. Multi-tools (multipurpose tools) with knives of any length are prohibited. Please pack these items in your checked bags. Multi-tools (multipurpose tools) with scissors less than 4 inches may be placed in carry-on bags. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.
View DetailsNail Guns
Nail guns are not allowed in carry-on bags but may be transported in checked luggage.
View DetailsPots and Pans
Pots and pans are generally allowed in both carry-on and checked bags. However, cast iron skillets are prohibited in carry-on bags and must be placed in checked baggage.
View DetailsPower Tools
Power tools must be packed in checked bags, including drills and drill bits. Power tools with installed batteries must be packed in checked bags. Batteries installed in devices must be protected from accidental activation. External battery chargers that don't require electricity and spare, uninstalled lithium batteries must be packed in a carry-on bag.
View DetailsSaws
Saws, including cordless portable power saws, are not allowed in carry-on bags but may be transported in checked luggage. Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.
View DetailsScissors
Scissors are allowed in carry-on bags if they are less than 4 inches from the pivot point. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.
View DetailsScrewdriver (longer than 7 inches)
Tools longer than 7 inches (measured from end to end when assembled) are prohibited in carry-on baggage; these items must be packed in your checked baggage.
View DetailsScrewdrivers (shorter than 7 inches)
Tools 7 inches or shorter (measured from end to end when assembled) are allowed in carry-on baggage.
View DetailsSewing Machine
Sewing machines are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane.
View DetailsSewing Needles
Sewing needles are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags. In general, you may place your needles and needlepoint tools in carry-on or checked baggage. Circular thread cutters or any other cutter or needlepoint tools that contain blades must be placed in checked baggage.
View DetailsTea Kettle
Tea kettles are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane.
View DetailsTools
Tools 7 inches or shorter may be allowed in carry-on baggage. Power tools and all other tools greater than 7 inches must be packed in your checked baggage.
View DetailsUtensils
Utensils are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags. Knives, except for plastic or round-bladed butter knives, are not allowed in carry-on bags.
View DetailsUtility Knives/Knife
Utility knives are not allowed in carry-on bags but may be transported in checked luggage. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. These items are required to be placed in checked bags with or without blades.
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