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In reply to the discussion: Items prohibited by the TSA [View all]

Retrograde

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5. And make sure you declare it
Wed Dec 11, 2013, 01:34 AM
Dec 2013

If it is prohibited and you declare it, they'll (usually) give you the benefit of the doubt and just confiscate it. If you don't and they find it, there's a big fine.

Most dried teas are permitted - at least I've never had any problems - especially if they're commercially packaged and labeled.

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Items prohibited by the TSA [View all] Fridays Child Dec 2013 OP
I often get the TSA note but have never had anything removed from my checked bag. In my uppityperson Dec 2013 #1
Good advice. Fridays Child Dec 2013 #2
Just a thought intaglio Dec 2013 #3
I'll check. Fridays Child Dec 2013 #4
And make sure you declare it Retrograde Dec 2013 #5
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