TRAVEL ALERT: New security restrictions for powdered products.

Dear Customers,

Please take note of the following new security restrictions when travelling overseas on your next Trade Fair or buying trip.

Passengers departing from Australian international airports will soon find their carry-on luggage subject to much stricter security, with regards to powders you can and can’t take on-board.

From June 30, the Australian government is restricting the amount of powdered product – such as talcum powder or powder-based cosmetics – that you can take on board international flights.

The decision follows a foiled bomb plot on an Etihad Airways flight from Sydney in July 2017.

There will be tougher screening at airport security and the measures will also extend to Australian domestic passengers departing from international terminals.

For powders classed inorganic, passengers can take no more than 350 grams in total on board.

The Australian Government defines inorganic as “a powder not consisting of, or derived from, living matter”, meaning travellers will now need to double check what has gone into their powdered items.

Commonly used items you should be aware of after June 30:

RESTRICTED POWDERS

• Powdered deodorants
• Talcum powder/foot powder
• Salt/salt scrub
• Sand

ORGANIC POWDERS ARE NOT RESTRICTED

• Protein powders
• Powdered baby formula
• Cosmetics including compact powder, blush, eye shadow
• Coffee, sugar, spices and flour

Or alternatively check with you travel agent or Airline when booking flights.

Disclosure: Above information and contents provided by FBI Travel.