LOOK: New list of prohibited items in carry-on, check-in baggage

MANILA, Philippines — The Office for Transportation Security (OTS) has released the updated list of prohibited items in carry-on and check-in baggage of airline passengers.

In an advisory Wednesday, the OTS said the new guidelines are in accordance with the international standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization.

“The revised list expanded the coverage of prohibited items to include chemicals and other toxic substances,” the OTS said.

“There were also other add-on items under the different categories such as disguised/improvised firearm, arrow and dart, hand/thumb cuffs, air tank (as diving equipment), hoverboards and similar items, batteries/powerbanks, e-cigarettes, e-lighters, etc,” it added.

Further, the OTS also noted that there are items that are allowed in either carry-on or check-in baggage, but are still subject for special instructions such as the rules of the country of destination on bringing of an item into their country or the rules of the airline company in bringing an item.

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The OTS also underscored its rule in bringing liquid, aerosols and gels (LAGS).

“OTS maintains its restriction on LAGS that are in containers with a capacity of more than 100ml which are prohibited in the hold baggage; however, while still allowed in the cabin or carry-on baggage, such LAGS are now subject to special instruction from airlines,” the OTS said.

OTS Administrator Arturo M. Evangelista urged the public to refrain from bringing prohibited items to avoid experiencing delays or inconvenience.

“If you are unsure whether an item is prohibited or not, you may contact us through email, SMS Hotline, or any of our official social media accounts. Or better yet, if it is not that important, we suggest that you just leave it at home,” Evangelista said./ac