Dangerous Goods
For a more detailed and updated list please refer to the Transport Canada and CATSA web sites.
Dangerous Goods
To ensure the safety of the aircraft, there are certain things that are not allowed on board and others that are allowed only under certain conditions. Read on to make sure your luggage is safe for travel on Air Canada and its Regional carriers. If you still have unanswered questions, please contact Air Canada Call Center prior to your flight. Be sure and be safe!.
Batteries
The following are not accepted as carry-on or checked baggage:
Butane (curling irons, lighters)
Exception: O2 cylinders for the operation of mechanical limbs are acceptable.
Note: Please also refer to the paragraph on oxygen.
Corrosive items
Acids, alkalis, rust-preventing or removing compounds, sulfur dioxide solution, chemical kits and mercury are not accepted in carry-on or checked baggage.
Dry ice
Dry ice is often used in the packaging of perishable items to keep them cool. Things such as fish or seafood are often packed in dry ice. Items packed in dry ice can travel as either carry-on or checked baggage, provided:
Note: Checked baggage connecting to other airlines is not permitted due to special handling requirements.
Explosives
Any explosive device is strictly prohibited in carry-on or checked baggage. Items include: dynamite, plastic explosives, fireworks, signal flares, sparklers, blasting caps.
Firearms / Ammunition
Effective June 5, 2006 a one-way handling fee of $50CAD will apply for firearms on domestic itineraries, for tickets purchased on/after April 14, 2006.
Firearms
Ammunition
Items not accepted in carry-on or checked baggage include: Petroleum spirits, oil-based paint, lacquer, stains, shellac, oils, wood alcohol, lighter or heating fuels, papier maché statues/piñatas, matches, charcoal briquettes, and any other ignitable article.
Note: Safety matches or a lighter intended for use by an individual is permitted only when carried on the person.
Gasoline powered equipment
Used fuel containers/tanks are not accepted as carry-on or as checked baggage. To transport used equipment contact the Air Canada Cargo Office.
Exception: Camping stoves Air Canada accepts new camping stoves as checked baggage if they are unopened and in the original packaging. A used stove is allowed as checked baggage only if the fuel tank is detached/removed.
Oxidizing material
Bleaching powder and peroxides are not accepted in carry-on or checked baggage.
Oxygen for medical purposes
Oil-based paint, lacquer, stains, shellac, and oils are not accepted in carry-on or checked baggage.
Exception: tubes of oil-based paint used by artists are accepted provided the customer is in possession of the material safety data sheet confirming a non-hazard and provided the material is packaged in absorbent material and placed in a heavy, plastic leak-proof bag/container.
Poisons
Arsenic, cyanide, insecticide, pesticide/weed killer and any other types of poisonous substances are not accepted in carry-on or checked baggage.
Radioactive material
Radium, plutonium and polonium are not accepted in carry-on or checked baggage.
Repellents
Dye witness spray, wild animal spray, mace and pepper spray are not accepted in carry-on or checked baggage.
Seafood (Brine)
Brine spillage from fish and seafood is corrosive. Lobsters, mussels, oysters etc. must be packaged in leak proof containers and then be packed in plastic bags inside *waxed* cartons. Perishables items require that a limited release form be signed at check-in.
Security attaché cases
Suitcases installed with heat, smoke, gas or dye alarms are not accepted as carry-on or as checked baggage.
Toiletries (aerosols)
Toiletry/medicinal articles including hairspray, medicines containing alcohol, perfume, and cologne are only accepted provided the total capacity of such articles does not exceed 2 litres (2 kg / 75 fl. oz.) and the net capacity of each single item does not exceed 1 LB (0.5 kg / 18 fl. oz).
(Last updated, 17AUG06.)
Dangerous Goods
To ensure the safety of the aircraft, there are certain things that are not allowed on board and others that are allowed only under certain conditions. Read on to make sure your luggage is safe for travel on Air Canada and its Regional carriers. If you still have unanswered questions, please contact Air Canada Call Center prior to your flight. Be sure and be safe!.
Batteries
The following are not accepted as carry-on or checked baggage:
- Wet cell batteries
- Lithium batteries shipped in bulk
Butane (curling irons, lighters)
- Curling irons containing hydrocarbon gas are accepted provided the safety cover is securely fitted and items remain limited to one (1) per passenger.
- Fuel refills for lighters or curling irons are not accepted in carry-on or checked baggage.
- Lighters are not accepted in carry-on or checked baggage, however one (1) lighter is allowed to be carried on one's person.
- Camping gas, oxygen/propane/nitrogen cylinders, and fire extinguishers are not accepted in carry-on or checked baggage.
Exception: O2 cylinders for the operation of mechanical limbs are acceptable.
Note: Please also refer to the paragraph on oxygen.
Corrosive items
Acids, alkalis, rust-preventing or removing compounds, sulfur dioxide solution, chemical kits and mercury are not accepted in carry-on or checked baggage.
Dry ice
Dry ice is often used in the packaging of perishable items to keep them cool. Things such as fish or seafood are often packed in dry ice. Items packed in dry ice can travel as either carry-on or checked baggage, provided:
- the dry ice does not exceed 2 kg or 4.4 lbs.
- the box, carton or container is leakproof and free of dents or holes.
Note: Checked baggage connecting to other airlines is not permitted due to special handling requirements.
Explosives
Any explosive device is strictly prohibited in carry-on or checked baggage. Items include: dynamite, plastic explosives, fireworks, signal flares, sparklers, blasting caps.
Firearms / Ammunition
Effective June 5, 2006 a one-way handling fee of $50CAD will apply for firearms on domestic itineraries, for tickets purchased on/after April 14, 2006.
Firearms
- Hunting rifles and shotguns are accepted as checked baggage only, and must be unloaded.
- The firearm must be inhibited from being fired by using a secure, locking device mechanism on the weapon.
- The firearm must be packaged in a specially designed, non-see through case that cannot be easily broken into during transport.
- Before Air Canada accepts the firearm you must sign a declaration form attesting that the gun is unloaded as well as a limited release form.
Ammunition
- Ammunition is only accepted in checked baggage and must be packaged separately from the firearm.
- Ammunition allowance is limited to 5 kg (11 LB) per passenger.
- Only shells or cartridges are the only acceptable types of ammunition.
- Gunpowder and gunpowder pellets are strictly prohibited.
- Ammunition must be packed securely in a strong container of wood, metal or fibreboard, plainly marked 'ammunition', or in the original inner carton.
- To avoid shock movement, the carton must be placed inside a suitcase and cushioned with clothing.
Items not accepted in carry-on or checked baggage include: Petroleum spirits, oil-based paint, lacquer, stains, shellac, oils, wood alcohol, lighter or heating fuels, papier maché statues/piñatas, matches, charcoal briquettes, and any other ignitable article.
Note: Safety matches or a lighter intended for use by an individual is permitted only when carried on the person.
Gasoline powered equipment
Used fuel containers/tanks are not accepted as carry-on or as checked baggage. To transport used equipment contact the Air Canada Cargo Office.
- Lawn mowers, chain saws, grass trimmers, etc.
Exception: Camping stoves Air Canada accepts new camping stoves as checked baggage if they are unopened and in the original packaging. A used stove is allowed as checked baggage only if the fuel tank is detached/removed.
Oxidizing material
Bleaching powder and peroxides are not accepted in carry-on or checked baggage.
Oxygen for medical purposes
- Personal oxygen cylinders, oxygen generators, and liquid oxygen are not accepted as carry-on or checked baggage.
- The only acceptable source of medical oxygen for customers who require supplemental oxygen during flight is the Air Canada Medipak unit. Please see our special services section.
Oil-based paint, lacquer, stains, shellac, and oils are not accepted in carry-on or checked baggage.
Exception: tubes of oil-based paint used by artists are accepted provided the customer is in possession of the material safety data sheet confirming a non-hazard and provided the material is packaged in absorbent material and placed in a heavy, plastic leak-proof bag/container.
Poisons
Arsenic, cyanide, insecticide, pesticide/weed killer and any other types of poisonous substances are not accepted in carry-on or checked baggage.
Radioactive material
Radium, plutonium and polonium are not accepted in carry-on or checked baggage.
Repellents
Dye witness spray, wild animal spray, mace and pepper spray are not accepted in carry-on or checked baggage.
Seafood (Brine)
Brine spillage from fish and seafood is corrosive. Lobsters, mussels, oysters etc. must be packaged in leak proof containers and then be packed in plastic bags inside *waxed* cartons. Perishables items require that a limited release form be signed at check-in.
Security attaché cases
Suitcases installed with heat, smoke, gas or dye alarms are not accepted as carry-on or as checked baggage.
Toiletries (aerosols)
Toiletry/medicinal articles including hairspray, medicines containing alcohol, perfume, and cologne are only accepted provided the total capacity of such articles does not exceed 2 litres (2 kg / 75 fl. oz.) and the net capacity of each single item does not exceed 1 LB (0.5 kg / 18 fl. oz).
(Last updated, 17AUG06.)
