MOST items you take on holiday are safe to take with you but razors often raise questions with travellers.
For obvious reasons, these could be deemed dangerous, so we break the myths and give you the information you need to pack for your holiday.
Can you take razors in hand luggage?
Passengers are only allowed to take fixed-cartridge razor blades, (disposable razors) in their hand luggage, no matter which company they are travelling with.
The reason behind this restriction is that the blade is fully and permanently enclosed and cannot be removed, according to Gatwick Airport.
The disposable razor must be placed inside your hand luggage for the duration of the flight.
All other types of razors such as loose blades, straight razors, refillable razors are strictly prohibited from carrying onboard.
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What can I take in my hand luggage?
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But electric razors and shavers are allowed in your hand luggage.
How many razor blades can you take on an aeroplane?
While disposable razors are allowed, razor blades are banned from carrying on board.
They are listed under "sharp and prohibited items" which could be considered dangerous so airlines have banned them from flights.
There is a list of items that are not allowed in your hand luggage but you could safely pack them in your check-in bag.
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There is also an extensive list of items that cannot be near the aircraft, including explosives, acids, bleach, compressed gas or air, flammable liquids, and party poppers.
Matches are banned while cigarette lighters may be taken if stored in a plastic liquids bag and kept on your person, otherwise they are prohibited on board.
E-cigarettes are generally allowed on-board the flight with you but any passenger vaping on the flight may get banned.
What are the rules on sharp objects when travellling abroad?
Depending on the airline there are different rules on sharp objects when travelling abroad.
If in doubt, it's always best to check with the company, to ensure your items are packed according to the regulations.
As general rule razor blades, toy or replica guns and tools are banned from flights.
Sports bats, clubs or cues, darts, slingshots or anything that can be used as a potential weapon are prohibited from carrying on board.
Knives and scissors with a sharp or pointed blade longer than 6cm are also banned but scissors with blunt ends are permitted.
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Hypodermic syringes are only allowed if they are meant for medical reasons.
It always worth checking whether the airline you are using has any specific rules about carry-on items and hand luggage.
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