New 100 ML Liquid Rule in Europe Taking Effect on September 1st

The European Commission is reversing, at least temporarily, its rules on the amount of liquids you could have in your carry-on luggage. Starting September 1^st , travelers are restricted to 100 ml of liquids for carry-ons. As an American, it is helpful to know that 100 ml corresponds to our 3.4-ounce rule that we have here. 

So why the change?

The 100 ml Liquid Rule was the norm across Europe, but European Airports starting installing these new high-tech scanners that could detect the contents of liquids and check for explosives inside. This meant that the 100 ml Liquid Rule was no longer need so they removed it.

In addition, people no longer had to separate certain electronics, such as their laptop, from their carry-on luggage, and could leave them in their bag. 

However, these new high-tech scanners have not lived up to expectation and the European Commission said that tests on these new scanners have picked up a series of faults, including with the detection of explosive content. 

Therefore, all airports in the EU will have to use the 100ml Liquid Rule once more including those who only recently removed it. 

The scanners will be subject to further tests, and will need to be overhauled. No timing on the re-introduction of these new upgraded scanners was announced.

There are some exceptions to the 100 ml Liquid Rule, such as baby food and medicines.

• Baby food or food for people on special diets is allowed, as are medicines.

• Passengers are allowed to bring these items through the screening points in the quantities needed during their trip and should ask for the red tray where these items can be placed separately from hand baggage and other liquids, gels or pastes at security screening.

• Passengers may be required to demonstrate that what they are carrying is for genuine purposes, such as a medical/doctor/physician’s note.

If you are planning on traveling to Europe, do not forget to your toiletries in travel size bottles. As usual, I hate to fly without a good Sleep Mask and Noise Cancelling Headphones. These two items will make your trip so much more enjoyable.

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