Apart from power banks, here are 5 other items you shouldn’t check in when flying

▲Smart luggage packing tips (Photo / Darzhi / Illustration)

By Rita

Packing luggage for overseas travel is truly an art. Because at security checks, carrying a bunch of prohibited items can not only result in confiscation and financial loss but also waste a lot of time — definitely not worth it. So what can you bring and what shouldn’t you? Travelers should do their homework in advance. Everyone should know that power banks and spare lithium batteries can only be carried on board, not checked in. In additionehow.comadvises travelers not to pack the following five items in their “checked” luggage. Why? Find out in the summary below.

1. Valuables
Many people think that compared to carry-on luggage, putting jewelry and other valuables in checked luggage seems safer. But the problem is, if your luggage gets lost, isn’t that a huge loss? Plus, some thieves specifically target checked bags.

2. Electronic items
Items like laptops, MP3 players, iPads, and cameras should not be placed in checked luggage because they are fragile and may get damaged during transit.

3. Food
Of course, sealed food is fine, but liquids or soupy items can cause a disaster in your luggage if not properly packed and they leak.

4. Flammable items
All flammable items, such as matches, lighters, or explosive powders and liquids, should not be brought on board.

5. Chemical items
Items like bleach, chlorine, and tear gas should not be placed in checked luggage.