The average United States family uses 500 Ziploc bags each year (Bennett). With 325,719,178 people living in the United States as of July 2017, and an average family size of 2.8 people (U.S. Census Data), that means that the United States alone uses an average of 58,164,139 Ziploc bags per year.
Nationwide since June 1 2022, TSA screened an average of 2.27 million people per day, which is a 16% increase over last year's volumes
Some airports will recycle confiscated shampoo, cosmetics and lotions but many don't have the space or time and simply throw them in the trash.
TSA does not take responsibility for you missing your flight if there are long lines at security. It is your responsibility to be prepared and allow enough time to get to your gate once you arrive at the airport.
"Regular ziplock baggies can get so nasty looking after a few uses. This is a quart bag you can be proud of and it is easy to clean."
~ David M.
All liquids, aerosals, gels, creams and pastes that are carried on in a cabin bag must meet the following requirements: Size 3.4 oz (100ml) or less per container and all containers must fit in a quart size clear bag. While many airports do not make you take them out of your carry on any longer they still must be contained in 1 quart size clear bag and in 3.4 oz containers or smaller. Some airports still may ask you to take them out of your bag.
Yes, if they can be wiped it is technically counted as a liquid and needs to be carried in a 3-1-1 bag if you want to carry it on.
Not all 3 oz containers are created equal. Many travel size items come in different packaging. We offer flat travel bottles which are lighter than silicone bottles which are also more rounded and take up more space in your clear bag.
No, they allow one clear bag per passenger. This is known as the 3-1-1 rule 3 oz, 1 bag, 1 passenger.
It depends, all airports will check for liquids and yes they do require that all liquids are carried in 100ml or smaller containers and placed in a 1 quart or 1 liter bag. A few, airports will require you to use their baggies, in which case you just need to transfer any liquids from your clear bag to theirs. We always suggest checking each airport's specific requirements that you will be traveling through to be sure, before you start packing.