Conditions apply

Can I take shampoo on a plane?

Yes — but it's a liquid. Cabin bottles must be 100ml / 3.4oz or smaller. Full bottles in checked baggage.

Does shampoo count as a liquid for airport security?

Shampoo is a textbook liquid under TSA, UK and EU rules. The 100ml cabin rule applies. Solid shampoo bars are treated as solids and have no limit.

Triple-check

Security · Cabin · Checked

01 · Security

Shampoo is a textbook liquid under TSA, UK and EU rules. The 100ml cabin rule applies. Solid shampoo bars are treated as solids and have no limit.

02 · Cabin bag

Each container 100ml / 3.4oz or smaller, all fitting inside one clear 1-quart / 1-litre bag.

03 · Checked bag

Any size in checked baggage. Squeeze a little out before flying — pressure changes can pop the cap.

Liquid Limits focuses on airport security and liquid-like travel items. Separate customs, import, airline, or destination laws may apply. Customs and import rules vary by destination. Use the route-specific links below for your exact origin and destination. What this site covers and doesn't cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Is solid shampoo bar allowed in cabin?

Yes — solid shampoo bars are treated as solids and have no size limit.

LiquidLimits.com is a travel planning tool, not an official airport or government source. Rules can change between trips and between terminals. Always check the official airport or aviation security guidance before you travel, and when in doubt pack to the stricter 100ml cabin-bag rule.