Are there any restrictions on bringing disinfectants, thermometers and other health-related items on board?

Medical masks, N95 medical masks, goggles and protective clothing

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Disinfectant - Alcohol-based disinfectant (e.g. hand sanitizer, alcohol wipes/pad, rubbing alcohol, etc.)

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For cabin baggage:

Do not exceed a maximum volume of 100ml for each item.

Should be carried in one reasonable, transparent plastic bag no more than 1L in capacity per passenger.



For check-in baggage:

Item(s) should be packed into your checked baggage.

The total net quantity must not exceed 2kg or 2L per passenger, and the net quantity of each single item must not exceed 0.5kg or 0.5L.

Disinfectant - Oxidising liquids or solids like bleach, bleaching powder and peroxides

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These type of disinfectants are considered Dangerous Goods and are prohibited on the aircraft. Oxidising disinfectants such as bleach will cause damage to the aircraft fixtures and must not be used inflight.

Thermometer - Mercury thermometer

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Mercury thermometers are restricted to one per passenger. They must be placed in a protective box, and are only permitted to be carried in checked baggage.

Thermometer - Digital thermometer

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If the digital thermometer contains a lithium battery, the rated energy of the lithium battery must not exceed 100Wh, or the lithium content must not exceed 2g.



Digital thermometers that are powered by a non-removable lithium battery are restricted to a maximum of 15 per passenger, and can be transported in cabin or checked baggage.



Devices in checked baggage must be completely switched off (not in sleep or hibernation mode) and must be protected from damage.