Duty-free shopping may be hit by EU baggage rules

New Delhi: Security fears are back to spoiling the duty-free shopping party for international air travellers. European Union has decided to tighten the norms for carrying hand baggage and duty-free items for all flights operating in and out European airports, beginning November 6.
Under the fresh regulations, all liquid and gel products like toiletries and cosmetics must be carried together in a transparent, resealable (zip-lock) plastic bag. These have to be presented separately at the security check counters for a thorough screening.
For liquid and gel products purchased at duty-free shops, the passengers must carry an invoice along with the products, providing details related to the purchase and also the passport number of the customer.
The new norms, airline officials said, are applicable for hand baggages on all flights originating in EU countries and for connecting flights from Europe.
01/11/06 Times of India

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