Hand luggage: Don’t travel with these banned perfumes or risk trouble at security
TRAVELLING with hand luggage can be convenient and cheap, but it also comes with its own set of rules. While most passengers are aware they can’t travel with liquids over 100ml, you may be surprised to know that some perfume brands are banned from travel completely, regardless of size.
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Passengers hoping to jet off with hand luggage only can speed up the airport process and cut costs. However, this method of travel comes with its own set of restrictions. Some unexpected liquid-filled items are banned from the airport altogether, regardless of their size. Fans of these two popular perfume brands could face disappointment if they choose to take their scents to the airport.
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London City Airport advises against carrying aftershave by Victor & Rolf into the airport.
The scent, named "Spicebomb" caused a stir at an airport back in 2012 and has been on UK airport’s watch list ever since.
This is because the bottle is designed to look like a grenade, which means it is instantaneously flagged by airport security scanners.
One unfortunate passenger travelling from Edinburgh to London Heathrow faced a long wait when security discovered his aftershave and thought it was a concealed weapon.
As panic rose in the airport, the 25-year-old said he was “stunned” to have been the cause of the terror.
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London City Airport does allow the fragrances sister scent, which comes in a clear bottle, to be carried on board.
The website states: “‘Spicebomb’ (in a black opaque bottle) is considered to be prohibited and will not be allowed in hand baggage.
‘Spicebomb’ (in a clear glass bottle) is not prohibited and is allowed in hand baggage, however, is subject to the 100ml restriction.”
London City Airport goes on to state that a similar fragrance named "Wanted" by the brand Azzara is surprisingly allowed through security, despite lending its aesthetic inspiration from a revolver gun.
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The airport does warn, though, that the restricted fragrance list is not “exhaustive” so passengers would be wise to exercise common sense before packing their hand luggage.
It’s not just perfume that is held to these rules. The airport states that any item which replicates a gun or explosive will be immediately detected and removed.
The website goes on to say that banned items include: “Toy guns, replica and imitation firearms or perfume or aftershave bottles that resemble grenades or other firearms or weapons.”
A spokesperson from MyBaggage.com said: “Ensuring everything you pack at home is allowed onto the plane is an easy way to prevent a stressful experience once you reach the airport.
“Some items you might not think as a problem when packing, but when safety is considered it becomes clear why they aren’t allowed in hand luggage.
“Having items removed from you and potentially being handed a fine is not how you want to start, or end, your trip away.
“Each airline may have different restrictions, so it’s important to check every time you fly.”
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Surprisingly, though, the 100ml liquid ban could be set to change in the future if Prime Minister Boris Johnson has his way.
The ban, which has been in place for 13 years, may see a rule change which means passengers no longer have to remove liquids from their bags at security.
New 3D scanning technology will be able to detect the liquids inside bags, hopefully speeding up the process for weary travellers.
Heathrow has said: “We are home to the largest aviation network in Europe, with millions of people passing through our airports every year for work, holidays and family visits.
“We’re set to streamline those trips with the rollout of this ground-breaking technology – cutting down hassle for travellers and improving security measures.”
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps added: “The new screening equipment will improve security and make the experience smoother and less stressful for passengers.
“It could also mean an end to passengers having to use plastic bags or rationing what they take away with them.”
