Kimchi Seized at Airport

Thursday, 06 February, 2025167 words3 minutes

In a surprising turn of events, South Korean airport officials at Incheon International Airport confiscated nearly 11 tons of kimchi from passengers' luggage last year. Kimchi, a beloved Korean dish of fermented vegetables, fell victim to the airport's strict liquid restrictions for carry-on bags. The popular side dish often comes packaged in bottles or plastic bags, soaked in spicy sauce, which classifies it as a liquid under airport security rules.

The airport's decision to enforce this rule on kimchi has caught many travelers off guard. Like many airports worldwide, Incheon bans liquids exceeding 100ml in carry-on luggage. Interestingly, the confiscated kimchi didn't go to waste. Airport officials donated all 10.7 tons to a local community welfare center, ensuring that the seized food items served a good cause.

This incident highlights the importance of being aware of airport security regulations, even for items that might not immediately seem like liquids. Travelers are now advised to pack their kimchi in checked luggage to avoid any issues at security checkpoints.

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Kimchi Seized at Airport

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1. Why is kimchi considered a liquid at the airport?

2. What happened to the confiscated kimchi?

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