Packing Protein Powder? TSA Says to Stow It in Your Checked Bags
- Security agency will scrutinize powders on U.S.-bound flights
- Items such as cosmetics, spices may require extra screening
A woman pulls luggage as travelers stand in a security line at LaGuardia Airport in New York.
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The Transportation Security Administration plans to add another item to the gels, liquids and laptops requiring additional scrutiny for U.S.-bound airline passengers -- powders.
Passengers carrying more than twelve ounces of powder -- the size of a regular soda can -- will be subject to additional screening starting on June 30, TSA spokesman Michael England said. Such items include certain cosmetics, spices and powdered drink mixes.