Razors are among the items most confiscated by the TSA, but can you bring a razor on a plane?
Here is the short answer: Disposable and electric razors are permitted in both carry-on and checked bags without any issues, However; straight and safety razors are allowed without blades in carry-on baggage, otherwise you can pack them in checked baggage.
Keep reading to know more about what types of razors are allowed in both carry-on and checked baggage.
Let’s dive right in.
Flying With Shaving Razors
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Can You Bring Razor In Carry on?
The TSA ( Transportation Security Administration) regulates what you can and can’t take through the security checkpoint within and from the United States.
According to the TSA :
- Safety razors are allowed only in carry-on without blades ( blades must be placed in checked baggage ), the same regulations are applied for straight razors.
- Disposable razors come in two types, the one that is fully disposable (replaceable) and the other that comes with cartridges (you only replace the cartridges), both types are allowed to carry on baggage without any issue.
- Electric razors: TSA allows Electric Razors in both checked and carry-on bags.
| Razors | Carry-on baggage | Checked baggage |
|---|---|---|
| Disposable Razors | Allowed | Allowed |
| Cartridge Razors | Allowed | Allowed |
| Razor blades | Not allowed | Allowed |
| Double-edge safety razors | If blades are removed | Allowed |
| Straight Razors | If blades are removed | Allowed |
| Electric Razors | Allowed | Allowed |
Can You Bring Straight And Safety Razors On An Airplane?
According to the TSA safety razors and straight razors are allowed in carry-on baggage without blades.
Meaning if you carry straight or safety razors in carry-on, the blades must be removed and stored in your checked bag, because any sharp object can be used to harm someone on board the airplane.
Can I Take Electric Razors On a plane?
Electric razors are good to go in carry-on and checked bags; however you should place them first in your kit bag so it is not going to operate ( if it is with a battery ) or get damaged during the transport.
Most airlines and air travel authorities permit taking electric razors on board the airplane; because they have blades inside, the batteries are small and not large enough to concern the TSA or the safety of the airplane.
Even a cordless electric shaver that will have a battery inside is permitted in both hand and checked baggage .
Can You Bring a Gillette Razor On a Plane?
Gillette and Venus razors are some of the most common brands people travel with, and the good news is disposable razors like Gillette and Venus razors are permitted in both carry-on and checked baggage.
How Do You Cover a Razor When Traveling?
Razors if not covered and packed properly can cut things out.
The best way to protect your razors is to place them properly in a dopp bag and use binder clips, however if you are traveling with removable ones , just remove the blades and place them on their own small box.
Airlines Rules
All the US airlines follow the TSA rules, if you are traveling with an airline outside the US you should contact the exact airline to have clarification about their rules.
Delta Airlines
Gisone asked Delta customer service if a shaving razor is allowed to carry on.
They replied that disposable and electric razors are permitted in carry-on baggage, however; razor type blades and safety razors are prohibited in carry-on.
Frontier Airlines
The same question Maries has for Frontier Airlines, and they replied that she can carry disposable razors only.
Final Thoughts On Bringing Razors On a Plane.
Safety and straight razors are allowed in carry-on bags without blades.
Only disposable and electric razors are allowed without removing blades in either carry-on and checked baggage.
It is preferable if you pack your razors in checked baggage.
Please note that razors are considered sharp items in the eyes of the TSA and any other Airline, (make sure to carefully read the TSA rules and avoid any inconvenience at the airport).
FAQs About Taking razors On a Plane
Yes, you can bring both rechargeable and cable electric razors and a cave in checked baggage without any issues
Yes, electric razors are allowed in both carry-on without any restrictions.
Yes, you can bring an electric trimmer on a plane, you can read more about traveling with electric trimmers here.
If you are taking only razor blades, ensure that you place them in checked baggage, disposable razors are good to go in carry-on baggage.
There is no difference between women and men razors when it comes to safety.
The color or the design is not important, and whether it is a leg razor, tagged as women or men razor, the same TSA rules applies.
If you are traveling from the US the same rules mentioned above are applied, but if you are flying from another country or have multiple layovers, it is better to check the rules of each airline.
Shaving creams are permitted in both carry-on and checked baggage, but when transported in carry-on it needs to follow The TSA 3-1-1 liquid rule, learn more about traveling with shaving cream.
We hope this helps
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