The following list displays a selection of dangerous items frequently carried. This list is meant to assist and to raise the awareness of flight passengers.
Certain items, which are considered to be dangerous, may not be carried in a passenger’s luggage. Often, the danger these items may present are not evident to a passenger.
Frequent dangerous goods
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Baggage with installed/not removable lithium(Li) batteries Li-metal-bat. with more than 0.3 g Li-metal or Li-ion-bat. exceeding 2.7 Wh |
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Baggage with installed/removable lithium(Li) batteries installed Li-metal-bat. with max. 0.3 g Li-metal orLi-ion-bat. not exceeding 2.7 Wh(removable batteries must be removed and carried in cabin) |
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Lighter (on one’s person) with butane gas (incl. disposable lighters) |
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Rechargeable batteries as well as powerbanks |
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Ordinary batteries such as AA, AAA, C, D or 9-Volt batteries, nickel-metal hydride batteries |
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Gas cartridges small, with non-flammable gas Only allowed with approval by the airline! |
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Flammable substances such as adhesives, fuel, paintbrush cleaner fluids etc. |
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e-cigarettes (on one’s person) including e-cigars, e-pipes or other personal vaporisers, which contain batteries |
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Gel burner e.g. for fondue cookers |
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Electronic devices with lithium batteries Observe restrictions! |
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Paint when easily flammable (applicable to most liquid paints) |
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Safety matches i.e. standard matches, which can be lighted on the striking surface of the matchbox |
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Medicinal or toiletry articles (non-radioactive) hairsprays, perfumes and medicines containing alcohol (see details for max. net quantity) |
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Notice
- The list of items on this page is not complete. An overview of the valid regulations can be found under „further information“.
- Individual countries and airline operators may apply more restrictive provisions concerning luggage. For further information regarding transport conditions please contact your airline.
- Certain items may be carried as freight, provided they are declared as dangerous goods.
- Wheelchairs and electromobiles may also be classified as dangerous goods. For further information click here.
Advice: Go the airport early and allow enough time for security checks.
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