Can I Bring Tear Gas on a Plane to Canada?
Tear Gas
Not Allowed
Prohibited in both
According to CATSA guidelines, prohibited everywhere — self-defense sprays with more than 2% tear gas (CS or CN) are prohibited in both carry-on and checked.
The final decision rests with the CATSA officer on whether an item is allowed through the checkpoint. Official CATSA Rules →
Quick Rule
Carry-on Bag
Strictly prohibited
Checked Bag
Strictly prohibited
CATSA Notice
Confiscated at security
Source: Official CATSA Regulations ↗Updated: May 20, 2026
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