Nail Gun
Nail guns are not allowed in carry-on and must be packed unloaded in checked baggage.
Carry-on
Not allowed
Checked
Allowed with conditions
Carry-on details
Not allowed. Like other power tools, nail guns are prohibited in carry-on regardless of size.
Checked-bag details
Allowed with conditions. A nail gun must be completely unloaded — no nail strips or cartridges inside — and packed so it can't accidentally fire. A cordless model's removable battery must travel in carry-on instead, following the spare lithium battery rule.
Special instructions
If your nail gun uses gas-powered fastener cartridges rather than compressed air or electricity, those cartridges follow separate FAA hazmat rules — check the specific product before packing.
Related rules
FAQ
- Can I pack a loaded nail gun in checked luggage?
- No — it must be completely unloaded, with no nail strips or cartridges inside, and secured so it can't fire accidentally during handling.
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Source: TSA — What Can I Bring? · Last verified: 2026-08-02
Final decision rests with the security officer at the checkpoint.