The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) prohibits certain electronics from being placed in checked luggage due to safety concerns. These items are typically allowed in carry-on luggage, but they must be removed and screened separately.
Here are some examples of electronics not allowed in checked baggage:
- Lithium-ion batteries: These batteries power many electronic devices, and if they overheat or short-circuit, they can pose a fire hazard.
- Electronic cigarettes and vaping devices: These devices contain lithium-ion batteries and are subject to the same safety concerns.
- Hoverboards and other self-balancing devices: These devices often contain large lithium-ion batteries and can be difficult to secure in checked baggage.
- Power banks: These devices can also overheat or short-circuit and are best kept in carry-on luggage.
It is important to note that these regulations can vary depending on the airline and the destination country.
Always check with your airline and the TSA website for the most up-to-date information on prohibited items in checked luggage.
