Can you bring flexible putty scraper knife on a plane?

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A putty scraper may have a flexible blunt edge or a sharpened blade; inspect the actual edge. This answer covers the ordinary form of the item at a US checkpoint. A separate liquid, battery, blade or chemical in the kit may have its own rule.

Carry-on baggage

No. A bladed “Flexible putty scraper knife” belongs in checked baggage, even when the blade is removable; protect the edge.

Checked baggage

Yes. “Flexible putty scraper knife” may be checked with its cutting edge securely wrapped or sheathed.

Prepare for screening

• Measure the working end and check for blades, points, fuel or batteries. Cover exposed edges and prevent movement in the bag.
• Inspect the kit and its packaging.
• Compare the result with airline and route conditions.

Basis and limits

What Can I Bring? — complete list. Check airline size limits and destination import rules separately.

Before packing

1. Measure the working end and check for blades, points, fuel or batteries. Cover exposed edges and prevent movement in the bag.
2. Inspect the kit and its packaging.
3. Compare the result with airline and route conditions.