Airport TSA / Security and Protein Powder

[AmyInOrlando 348]

I got one of those powdered baby formula containers with 3 compartments. I've filled it with Unjury Protein Powder. I've only taking a carry-on back pack. Is Airport security going to give me a hard time? I took a picture of the container and the nutritional info and have it on my I-Phone if they question me.

[lsereno 2,525]

I didn't have a problem with my Protein powder in carry on.

Lynda

[gamergirl 4,610]

Amy there's another thread on this somewhere. Search Frequent flyers. I'm driving so I can bring you anything else you need. Just let me know. But short answer is no, I've never had trouble taking Protein powders through security. I put them in ziplocks and put the ziplocks in my blender ball bottle and I've done this over the years, as well as less than 2 weeks ago with no issues.

[the-Russ 91]

You should NOT have any issues. However, you may get stopped for a closer screening. It is not a big deal, but it is one of the things you deal with when you carry something in your bag that is outside the norm. I travel all the time and have Protein powder. I have had it in ziplocks, plastic containers, the original 1 Lbs container... If I only travel with Protein Powder I get stopped 1 in 6x, if I have multiple powders I get stopped a little more. Being stopped in a security line is pretty normal, but it is not a big deal, unless you don't get tot he airport early enough.

I found that ZIP Lock bags are great, but for some reason the smell of the powder goes through it and stinks up your bag/clothes.

[Butterthebean 8,146]

If you go to TSA's website, they give exact details on what you can and cannot carry on, and how to carry it.