Popular pantry staple could get you stopped at airport security under little-known TSA rule

The Transportation Security Administration classifies peanut butter as a liquid under carry-on baggage rules, meaning containers larger than 3.4 ounces must be packed in checked luggage. The TSA made the clarification in response to recent traveler questions on social media. The rule applies to all spreadable food items with similar consistency, including jams, hummus, and yogurt.

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