Quick Answer
❌ No. TSA prohibits loose razor blades in carry-on luggage.
✅ Razor blades are only allowed in checked bags.
✅ Disposable razors and cartridge-style blades are permitted in carry-on, but not standalone razor blades.
Details
- Carry-on:
- Loose razor blades (used for utility knives, box cutters, straight razors) are prohibited.
- Disposable razors and refillable cartridge razors (like Gillette, Schick) are permitted.
- Electric razors are also permitted.
- Checked luggage:
- All razor blades, including straight razor blades, safety razor blades, and utility blades, are allowed.
- Special note:
- Straight razors are not permitted in carry-on unless the blade is removed.
- Safety razor handles are allowed in carry-on only without blades.
TSA Razor Blade Rules Summary
| Razor / Blade Type | Carry-On | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Loose razor blades | ❌ Not allowed | ✅ Allowed |
| Safety razor blades | ❌ Not allowed | ✅ Allowed |
| Straight razor with blade | ❌ Not allowed | ✅ Allowed |
| Straight razor handle only | ✅ Allowed | ✅ Allowed |
| Disposable razors | ✅ Allowed | ✅ Allowed |
| Cartridge razor refills | ✅ Allowed | ✅ Allowed |
Gotchas / Common Issues
- ✈️ Loose blades confiscated: TSA seizes all unprotected blades in carry-ons.
- ✈️ Handles vs blades: Razor handles (safety or straight) are fine in carry-on, but blades must be checked.
- ✈️ International flights: Most countries follow the same rule: no loose blades in cabins.
- ✈️ Best option: Travel with disposable or cartridge razors if you want to shave in-flight.