Baggage rules
Can I Carry a Paint on a Flight in India?
Last updated: 7 Jul 2026Reviewed by Ms. Rubab Nizami, Lead AVSEC Faculty
In short
You cannot carry a paint in cabin baggage on Indian flights. Solvent- and oil-based paints, thinners and varnishes are flammable and forbidden. A small quantity of water-based (emulsion) paint may be allowed in checked baggage — confirm with your airline. Spray paint is an aerosol and is banned in both cabin and checked baggage.
- Cabin baggage
- Not allowed
- Checked baggage
- Allowed with limits
- Limit
- Small quantities of water-based paint only; solvent/oil paints and spray paint forbidden
- Dangerous-goods class
- 3