Food

🍯 Marmite / Vegemite

Rules differ by region: TSA classifies yeast extract spreads as gels due to their paste consistency. UK and EU security apply the same classification. A 70g travel jar fits within the limit.

✋ Hand luggage

Depends

Classified as a gel. Max 100ml (3.4oz). Standard jars (250g) will be confiscated.

🧳 Hold luggage

Yes

Permitted.

Based on TSA guidance for United States. Official rules ↗

💡 Tip: Marmite and Vegemite are pastes classified as gels and subject to the 100ml carry-on rule. The standard jar (250g) will be confiscated. Pack in checked baggage or buy a small travel jar.

Marmite / Vegemite rules by country

How carry-on and checked-bag rules for marmite / vegemite compare across the 14 countries we cover.

Country✋ Cabin🧳 Hold

🇺🇸United States(TSA)

Depends

Yes

🇬🇧United Kingdom(CAA)

Depends

Yes

🇪🇺Europe(EASA)

Depends

Yes

🇦🇪UAE(GCAA)

Depends

Yes

🇦🇺Australia(CASA)

Depends

🇧🇷Brazil(ANAC)

Depends

Yes

🇨🇦Canada(CATSA)

Depends

Yes

🇨🇳China(CAAC)

Depends

Yes

🇮🇳India(DGCA)

Depends

Yes

🇮🇱Israel(CAAI)

Depends

Yes

🇲🇽Mexico(DGAC)

Depends

Yes

🇳🇿New Zealand(NZCAA)

Depends

🇷🇺Russia(Rosaviatsia)

Depends

Yes

🇿🇦South Africa(SACAA)

Depends

Yes

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Common questions

Security agencies classify spreadable pastes as gels, regardless of their ingredients. Marmite's thick paste consistency puts it in the same category as peanut butter and hummus.

Any jar labelled 100g or 100ml or under. Marmite sells a 70g travel jar specifically for this purpose.

Yes, with no restrictions. Wrap the lid in tape and put the jar in a sealed bag in case of pressure-related leakage.