💼 Cabin bag
Depends
Manual grinder permitted if it fits within carry-on size. Grinding burrs are not classified as weapons.
✈️ Hold (checked)
Yes
Permitted.
💡 Tip: Manual hand coffee grinders are permitted in carry-on if they fit within your airline's dimensions. The grinding burrs are metal but are not classified as weapons. Electric grinders are typically too large for carry-on.
Common questions
Yes. Manual hand grinders are permitted in carry-on if they fit within your airline's size limits. The metal grinding burrs are not classified as weapons.
Electric grinders are typically too large for carry-on overhead bins and should be checked.
Dense coffee powder can appear opaque on X-ray and may trigger additional screening, but it will not result in confiscation. Emptying the grinder before travel speeds up screening.
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