Dangerous Goods & Prohibited Articles


Dangerous goods are articles or substances which are capable of posing a risk to health, safety, property or the environment when transported by air. easyJet does not transport dangerous goods on any of its aircraft except as outlined below.


Please refer to the following table for details about items:

  • that can only be taken in cabin baggage
  • have to be kept in hold baggage
  • are not permitted for transport 

Find out if your item is allowed onboard and where it can be stored

Search our dangerous goods list to check if your item is permitted on board and whether it belongs in your cabin or hold baggage.

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Dangerous Goods Table updated
Category
Item
Cabin baggage
Hold baggage

Oxygen or air – required for medical use

Oxygen or air, gaseous, small cylinders

The cylinder must not exceed 5 kg gross weight.
Cabin baggage
Hold baggage

Oxygen; liquid - Units containing refrigerated liquid oxygen.

Not permitted
Cabin baggage
Hold baggage

Oxygen Concentrators

These are battery or mains powered devices. They are permitted as they do not contain oxygen and no chemical reaction is involved. They filter and concentrate the amount of oxygen in the atmosphere. They may only be powered by battery when on board the aircraft.
Cabin baggage
Hold baggage

Oxygen generators (Chemical), containing one or more chemicals which, when activated, produce heat to generate oxygen by chemical reaction.

Not permitted
Cabin baggage
Hold baggage

Electric mobility aids for use by passengers whose mobility is restricted by either a disability, their health or age, or a temporary mobility problem (e.g. broken leg).

Electric Mobility Aid powered by Spillable batteries

Not permitted
Cabin baggage
Hold baggage

Electric Mobility Aid powered by Non-Spillable Wet Batteries (also known as gel, sealed lead acid or absorbed glass mat AGM batteries)

These types of batteries must meet the requirement of ICAO Technical Instructions special provision A67. This information will be available from the battery manufacturer or mobility aid supplier.
If the non-spillable battery(ies) is securely attached to the device, it must remain in the device. The power must be disconnected or isolated so that it cannot be inadvertently activated. This can be achieved following the manufacturers instructions.
Where a non-spillable wet battery-operated wheelchair, mobility scooter or mobility aid contains a battery that is not securely attached to the device, the following steps must be taken:

  • The battery must be removed following the instructions of the manufacturer or device owner
  • The removed battery must be protected from short circuit (e.g. by covering or taping over exposed terminals)
  • The removed battery must be placed in strong, rigid packaging which must be secured in the cargo hold

You may also take one spare non-spillable wet battery carried in accordance with the instructions above

Cabin baggage
Hold baggage

Electric Mobility Aid powered by lithium-ion batteries that can remain in the device

If the lithium battery(ies) is securely attached to the wheelchair, mobility scooter or mobility aid, it must remain in the device. The power must be disconnected or isolated so that it cannot be inadvertently activated. This can be achieved by following the manufacturer’s instructions.

  • There is no maximum Watt-hour limit of the lithium battery(ies) remains in the device

You may also take one spare lithium ion battery at a maximum of 300W, or two spare batteries at a maximum of 160Wh each carried in accordance with the instructions above.

Cabin baggage
Hold baggage

Electric Mobility Aid powered by lithium-ion batteries which are required to be removed from the device

Where a lithium ion battery-operated wheelchair, mobility scooter, or mobility aid contains a battery that is not securely attached to the device, the following steps must be taken.

  • The battery must be removed following the instructions of the manufacturer or device owner
  • The removed batteries must be protected from short circuit (e.g. by covering or taping over exposed terminals)
  • In order to protect them from damage, place batteries individually in a protective pouch and take them with you into the cabin
  • The maximum battery size is 300Wh, or for devices fitted with two batteries, 160Wh each

You may also take one spare lithium ion battery at a maximum of 300Wh, or two spare batteries at a maximum of 160Wh, each carried in accordance with the instructions above.

The mobility device, without the battery, must be carried in the aircraft hold.

Cabin baggage
Hold baggage

Electric Mobility Aid powered Dry Cell Batteries (also known as Nickel Cadmium NiCd or Nickel Metal Hydride NiMh batteries)

If the dry cell battery(ies) is securely attached to the device, it must remain in the device. The power must be disconnected or isolated so that it cannot be inadvertently activated. This can be achieved following the manufacturers instructions.
Where a dry cell battery-operated wheelchair, mobility scooter or mobility aid contains a battery that is not securely attached to the device, the following steps must be taken:

  • The battery must be removed following the instructions of the manufacturer or device owner
  • The removed battery must be protected from short circuit (e.g. by covering or taping over exposed terminals)
  • The removed battery must be placed in strong, rigid packaging which must be secured in the cargo hold
  •  You may also take one spare dry cell battery carried in accordance with the instructions above
Cabin baggage
Hold baggage

Non flammable, non-toxic gas cylinders worn for the operation of mechanical limbs

Cabin baggage
Hold baggage

Medical or clinical thermometer, which contains mercury

One (1) per passenger for personal use, when in its protective case.
Cabin baggage
Hold baggage

Radioisotopic cardiac pacemakers or other devices, including those powered by lithium batteries, implanted into a person, or radiopharmaceuticals contained within the body of a person as a result of medical treatment.

Not allowed in cabin baggage if not in use.
Cabin baggage
Hold baggage

Lithium battery powered electronic devices

Wh rating exceeding 100Wh but not exceeding 160Wh. For portable medical electronic devices only, lithium metal batteries with a lithium content exceeding 2g but not exceeding 8g.
Cabin baggage
Hold baggage

Battery powered items and miscellaneous dangerous goods items

Lithium battery powered electronic devices (including portable electronic devices)

  • Wh rating exceeding 100Wh but not exceeding 160Wh. For portable medical electronic devices only, lithium metal batteries with a lithium content exceeding 2g but not exceeding 8g. 
  • batteries contained in portable electronic devices should be carried as carry-on baggage; however, if carried as checked baggage:
    • measures must be taken to prevent unintentional activation and to protect the devices from damage; and
    • the devices must be completely switched off (not in sleep or hibernation mode)
  • If a product that contains a lithium battery is subject to a safety recall related to the battery, it must not be carried aboard an aircraft unless 
  • Items containing damaged/defective lithium batteries must not be carried
  • easyJet gives automatic ‘operator approval’ for lithium ion batteries up to 160Wh
  • easyJet has a limit of 15 portable electronic devices per passenger
    • Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Portable electronic devices containing non-spillable batteries

    Devices must be 12 V or less and 100Wh or less. A maximum of 2 spare batteries may be carried.
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Smart baggage / luggage (subject to below conditions)

  • See lithium battery powered devices for limitations
  • If the Smart Baggage is to be carried in the cabin, the customer must be able to easily disconnect and remove the lithium battery / power bank, but it can remain in the bag. Smart baggage must not be accepted for travel if the lithium battery / power bank cannot be readily disconnected and removed by the customer.
  • If the smart luggage is to be checked in and put in the hold, the lithium battery/power bank needs to be disconnected from the smart luggage at Bag Drop and taken into the cabin. Any exposed terminals should be protected from short circuit. The lithium battery/power bank needs to be disconnected, so if you are unable to remove it from your luggage, we won’t be able to accept the bag on board.
    • Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    All spare batteries, including lithium metal or lithium-ion cells, power banks or batteries

    Lithium ion batteries for portable (including medical) electronic devices, a Wh rating exceeding 100Wh but not exceeding 160Wh. For portable medical electronic devices only, lithium metal batteries with a lithium content exceeding 2g but not exceeding 8g. Maximum of two spare batteries in carry-on baggage only. These batteries must be individually protected to prevent short circuits.
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    E-cigarettes and vaping devices

    All electronic cigarettes and vaping devices must be carried in the cabin, re-charging is strictly prohibited and the device must be completely switched off. Customers must ensure they take measures to prevent the unintentional activation of the device while on board the aircraft. A maximum of two spare batteries in carry-on baggage is permitted.
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Camping stoves and fuel containers that have contained a flammable liquid fuel

    They may be carried provided the fuel tank of the camping stove and/ or fuel container has been completely drained of all liquid fuel and action has been taken to nullify the danger.
    The empty fuel container must be drained then left uncapped for a minimum of 6 hours to allow any residual fuel to evaporate. Alternative methods such as adding cooking oil to the fuel tank and or container to elevate the flash point of any residual liquid and then emptying the fuel container are equally acceptable. The fuel container must then have the cap securely fastened and be wrapped in absorbent material such as paper towels and placed in a polyethylene or equivalent bag. The top of the bag must then be sealed or gathered and closed with an elastic band or string. Provided this method is followed, the fuel stove or container can be classified as non hazardous.
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Carbon dioxide, solid (dry ice)

    Carbon Dioxide, Solid (Dry Ice) requires prior ‘operator approval&rsquo before travelling. Dry ice (carbon dioxide, solid), in quantities not exceeding 2.5 kilograms per person when used to pack perishables not subject to these Regulations in checked or carry-on baggage, provided the baggage (package) permits the release of carbon dioxide gas. Checked baggage must be marked “dry ice” or “carbon dioxide, solid” and with the net weight of dry ice or an indication that there is 2.5 kilograms or less dry ice.
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Heat producing articles such as underwater torches (diving lamps) and soldering irons

    Heat Producing Articles Heat producing articles, i.e. battery-operated equipment such as underwater torches and soldering equipment which, generate extreme heat and can cause fire, may be carried in carry-on baggage only. The heat producing component, or the energy source, must be removed to prevent unintentional functioning during transport. 
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Self-heating clothing such as heated jackets and sportswear

    Permitted in the cabin providing that the batteries they contain do not exceed 2g for lithium metal batteries and 100Wh for lithium ion batteries. 
    These items may not be activated onboard.
    If the item is to be checked in and carried in the hold, the battery must be removed and carried in the cabin. 
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Avalanche rescue backpack

    easyJet gives automatic ‘operator approval’ for each passenger to carry one avalanche rescue pack containing cartridges of compressed gas (Division 2.2; non-flammable, non-toxic gas) subject to the following:

    • The airbags within the backpacks must be fitted with pressure relief valves
    • They may be equipped with a pyrotechnic trigger mechanism containing no more that 200mg net explosive in accordance with Division 1.4S (no significant hazard)
    • Spare cartridges are NOT permitted

    You must ensure it is packed to prevent inadvertent activation

    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Insulated packaging containing refrigerated liquid nitrogen (dry shipper)

    Insulated packaging containing refrigerated liquid nitrogen (dry shipper), fully absorbed in a porous material containing only non-dangerous goods.
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Small non-flammable gas cylinders containing carbon dioxide or other suitable gas in Division 2.2.

    Up to two (2) small cylinders fitted into a life jacket, and up to two (2) spare cartridges per person, not more than four (4) cylinders up to 50 ml water capacity for other devices.
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Aerosols in division 2.2 ICAO Technical Instructions

    With no subsidiary risk, for sporting or home use.
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Non-radioactive medicinal or toilet articles (incl. aerosols) such as hair sprays, perfumes, colognes and medicines containing alcohol

    The total net quantity of all above mentioned articles must not exceed 2 kg (4.4 lb) or 2 L (2 qt), and the net quantity of each single article must not exceed 0.5 kg (1 lb) or 0.5 L (1 pt). 
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Alcoholic beverages

    Permitted in retail packaging, containing more than 24% but not more than 70% alcohol by volume, in receptacles not exceeding 5 L, with a total net quantity per person of 5 L.
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Haircurlers containing hydrocarbon gas

    Up to one (1) per passenger or crew-member, provided that the safety cover is securely fitted over the heating element. These must not be used on board the aircraft at any time. Gas refills are NOT permitted for carriage.
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Safety matches or a lighter (See notes)

    Lighters with fuel/fluid fully absorbed in a solid and intended for use by an individual are permitted for travel when carried on one's person. However, lighters with a flammable liquid reservoir containing unabsorbed liquid fuel (other than liquefied gas), lighter fuel and lighter refills are not permitted on one's person nor in checked or carry-on baggage. Note: “Strike anywhere” matches are forbidden for air transport.
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Christmas crackers

    2 boxes per passenger’s provided they are packed in the manufacturer’s original packaging. Novelty items contained inside must not include prohibited items.
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Fuel Cells containing fuel (including spares)

  • fuel cell cartridges may only contain flammable liquids, corrosive substances, liquefied flammable gas, water reactive substances or hydrogen in metal hydride
  • refuelling of fuel cells on board an aircraft is not permitted except that the installation of a spare cartridge is allowed
  • the maximum quantity of fuel in any fuel cell or fuel cell cartridge must not exceed: — for liquids 200 mL; — for solids 200 grams; — for liquefied gases, 120 mL for non-metallic fuel cell cartridges or 200 mL for metal fuel cell or fuel cell cartridges; and — for hydrogen in metal hydride, the fuel cell or fuel cell cartridges must have a water capacity of 120 mL or less
  • each fuel cell and each fuel cell cartridge must conform to IEC 62282-6-100 Ed. 1, including Amendment 1, and must be marked with a manufacturer’s certification that it conforms to the specification. In addition, each fuel cell cartridge must be marked with the maximum quantity and type of fuel in the cartridge
  • fuel cell cartridges containing hydrogen in metal hydride must comply with the requirements in Special Provision A162
  • no more than two spare fuel cell cartridges may be carried by a passenger
  • fuel cells containing fuel are permitted in carry-on baggage only
  • interaction between fuel cells and integrated batteries in a device must conform to IEC 62282-6-100 Ed. 1, including Amendment 1. Fuel cells whose sole function is to charge a battery in the device are not permitted
  • fuel cells must be of a type that will not charge batteries when the portable electronic device is not in use and must be durably marked by the manufacturer: “APPROVED FOR CARRIAGE IN AIRCRAFT CABIN ONLY” to so indicate; and
    in addition to the languages which may be required by the State of Origin for the markings specified above, English should be used.
    • Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Personal motorised vehicles including: e-bikes, hoverboards, segways and smart of self-balancing wheels

    Strictly prohibited
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Underwater diving cylinders/Scuba tanks

    Ensure all valves are removed and cylinders are empty.
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Restricted/prohibited items

    Stunning devices

    Not permitted.
    Stunning devices designed specifically to stun or immobilise, including:

    • devices for shocking, such as stun guns, tasers and stun batons
    • animal stunners and animal killers
    • disabling and incapacitating chemicals, gases and sprays, such as mace, pepper sprays, capsicum sprays, tear gas, acid sprays and animal repellent spray
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Security-tape attaché cases, cash boxes, cash bags, etc. incorporating dangerous goods such as lithium batteries and/or pyrotechnic material

    Not permitted
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Weapons/Firearms/Ammunition/Explosives

    Guns, Firearms and other devices that discharge projectiles – devices capable, or appearing capable, of being used to cause serious injury by discharging a projectile, including:

    • firearms of all types, such as pistols, revolvers, rifles, shotguns
    • toy guns, replicas and imitation firearms capable of being mistaken for real weapons
    • component parts of firearms, excluding telescopic sights, 
    • compressed air and CO 2 guns, such as pistols, pellet guns, rifles and ball bearing guns, 
    • signal flare pistols and starter pistols
    • bows, cross bows and arrows
    • harpoon guns and spear guns
    • slingshots and catapults

    FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION/SPORTING WEAPONS
     
    Handguns, automatic weapons, munitions, ammunition, (including blank cartridges), pistol caps, fireworks, flares, pyrotechnics, smoke canisters and crackers, are not permitted for carriage on easyJet aircraft, with certain exceptions, as detailed below.
    Sporting and competition firearms listed in this Article and their ammunition are permitted for carriage provided that they are securely packed or boxed. Please read the specific requirements below and call our Customer Service Team to inform us that you are travelling with a firearm or ammunition.  

    All passengers intending to travel with firearms or ammunition must ensure they have the required:
       
    a)    documentation and licences;
    b)    export/import licences; and
    c)    authorisation from local and national authorities. 

    Please note that some types of firearms are not permitted in certain countries and easyJet is unable to accept firearms for carriage to and within such countries. The passenger is solely responsible for requirements (a) – (c) above being correct and up to date for any firearm(s) or ammunition. The passenger must also produce a valid identity document (e.g. passport). 

    Please make sure you arrive at the bag drop desks at least 90 minutes prior to the scheduled departure of your flight in order that we can carry out all the necessary checks. If you arrive after this time you may not be permitted to fly. 

    Please note that the following types of firearms are permitted:
    • Sporting shotguns with barrels of longer than 24 inches (60cms).
    • Sporting rifles (including Air Rifles) of any calibre, but not semi-automatic weapons with a larger bore than .22.
    • Sporting single shot handguns with a calibre of .22 or less.
    • Any rifles and handguns with a calibre of .22 or less. 

    Firearms must be unloaded and properly packed in a suitable gun bag. A maximum of 5 kgs of ammunition is permitted per passenger and it must be packed securely, ideally in the manufacturer's container. Ammunition with explosive or incendiary projectiles is prohibited. 

    If you travel with sporting or competition firearms you must be over 18 years of age, or accompanied by someone over 18 years of age. If you wish to travel with sporting or competition firearms you are charged an additional sports equipment fee per firearm per flight.  

    Please note that some airports may prohibit the carriage of replica guns.

    THIS LIST IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ADD ITEMS TO THIS LIST FOR SAFETY AND/OR OPERATIONAL REASONS WITHOUT NOTICE TO YOU

    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Ammunition for sporting purposes

    Ammunition must be securely boxed in quantities less than 5 kg (11 lb) gross weight per person for that person's own use, excluding ammunition with explosive or incendiary projectiles. Allowances for more than one passenger must not be combined into one or more packages.
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Explosives and incendiary substances and devices

    Ammunition must be securely boxed in quantities less than 5 kg (11 lb) gross weight per person for that person's own use, excluding ammunition with explosive or incendiary projectiles. Allowances for more than one passenger must not be combined into one or more packages.

    Explosives and incendiary substances and devices. 

    Explosives and incendiary substances and devices capable, or appearing capable, of being used to cause serious injury or to pose a threat to the safety of aircraft, including:

    • ammunition
    • blasting caps
    • detonators and fuses
    • replica or imitation explosive devices
    • mines, grenades and other explosive military stores
    • fireworks and other pyrotechnics
    • smoke-generating canisters and smoke-generating cartridges
    • dynamite, gunpowder and plastic explosives

    Not permitted

    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Blunt Instruments. Any blunt instrument capable of causing injury

    Any blunt instrument capable of causing injury, including:

    • baseball and softball bats
    • clubs or batons (rigid or flexible)
    • cricket Bats/Golf Clubs/Hockey sticks/Lacrosse sticks
    • fishing rods
    • martial arts equipment e.g. knuckle dusters, nunchucks, etc.
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Workmen’s tools

    Tools capable of being used either to cause serious injury or to threaten the safety of aircraft, including:

    • crowbars
    • drills and drill bits, including cordless portable power drills
    • tools with a blade or a shaft of more than 6 cm capable of use as a weapon, such as screwdrivers and chisels
    • saws, including cordless portable power saws
    • blowtorches
    • bolt guns and nail guns
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Objects with a sharp point or sharp edge

    Objects with a sharp point or sharp edge capable of being used to cause serious injury, including:

    • items designed for chopping, such as axes, hatchets and cleavers
    • ice axes and ice picks
    • razor blades
    • box cutters
    • knives with blades of more than 6 cm
    • scissors with blades of more than 6 cm as measured from the fulcrum
    • martial arts equipment with a sharp point or sharp edge
    • swords, swordsticks and sabres
    • ski and walking/hiking pole and crampons
    • ice skates
    • arrows, darts, harpoons, machetes and spears
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage

    Chemical and Toxic substances

    Any chemical or toxic substances which poses a risk to the health of passengers/crew or the security/safety of aircraft or property, including:

    • poisons
    • infectious or biological hazardous material. e.g. infected blood, bacteria and viruses
    Cabin baggage
    Hold baggage