So what's the deal with the new ice rule?

[Kevin1281]

Rookie here. I was planning on bringing in bottles of water, and a Yeti type bottle filled with ice. Is this no longer allowed, or is just ice in larger containers that is not allowed?

 

[disneygirlsng]

It's just loose ice that isn't allowed. Ice in a baggie or bottle is fine.

 

[TinkSassy]

Loose Ice - people would dump it out of coolers and create a walking hazard. As long as it is in a sealed container it is fine

 

[monkyby87]

I believe there were also security issues, having to check stuff and deal with the ice. Or so I've heard.

 

[brownjars]

FWIW, I use these. They used to have an 8-pack on Amazon for $18.

 

[Kevin1281]

Awesome. Thanks for the responses.

 

[cgattis]

FWIW, I use these. They used to have an 8-pack on Amazon for $18.

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You fly with those? Or do you drive?

 

[brownjars]

You fly with those? Or do you drive?

I have only driven with them. I am flying in September, and did not even think of that being a potential problem.

 

[cgattis]

I have only driven with them. I am flying in September, and did not even think of that being a potential problem.

I think the blue stuff is considered a gel. Was wondering if you’d found a specific one that was ok. I was amazed to see someone post some that freeze at like 50F, so I didn’t know if there was something else that I’d never seen too.

 

[Shelly F - Ohio]

If you check luggage it will be fine but carry on luggage it would be a no go. Anything that is a liquid and gel is a liquid according to TSA so they would have to be 3.1 oz or less

 

[LeanMrfuzzles]

Having loose ice in a cooler creates an issue when you go through a security checkpoint and they have to dig through it all. Having ice cubes in a water bottle isn't going to be a problem.

 

[MudQueen22]

Regarding loose ice--can we have loose ice in quart-size ziplock bags? Hoping to be able to bring ice from our camper each morning, then just pouring it down a drain (or drinking it) when it melts.
Also, if my yeti tumbler is filled with ice, will they allow that?