Wood Glue
Liquid wood glue is a non-flammable water-based liquid and follows the standard 3.4 oz carry-on rule.
Carry-on
Allowed with conditions
Checked
Allowed
Carry-on details
Allowed with conditions. Standard PVA wood glue (carpenter's glue) is water-based and non-flammable, but it's still a liquid and follows the standard 3.4 oz (100 mL) carry-on rule.
Checked-bag details
Allowed at any size in checked baggage.
Quantity limit
100 ml (per container)
Special instructions
This differs from cyanoacrylate super glue, some formulas of which are flammable and more restricted — wood glue's water-based formula doesn't carry that concern.
Related rules
FAQ
- Is wood glue treated the same as super glue?
- Not quite — wood glue is water-based and non-flammable, while some super glue formulas are flammable and more restricted. Both are still liquids and follow the standard 3.4 oz carry-on rule.
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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.