Traveling with Biotin Gummies – Will They Melt or Cause TSA Issues?

Great question! Gummies are generally gel-like, so they might be subject to the 3-1-1 rule if they're not in solid form? Actually, I think TSA considers them a solid or gel? Better to check. I'd suggest putting them in a smaller, clearly labeled container and maybe carrying a few in a ziplock for the flight. For heat, they can start to soften at around 80°F, so keep them in your carry-on instead of checked luggage (cargo hold can get colder, but also might get warm on tarmac). If you're hiking in hot weather, maybe bring a small container and store them in a cooler.

As a med student, I'd say: don't stress about TSA – gummies are not a liquid/gel, so you can keep them in your carry-on in their original packaging. But if they're opened, they might ask to inspect. I've flown with gummy vitamins plenty of times, no issues. For melting, I've found that they can get soft but not fully melt unless left in direct sun. For hiking, I'd recommend putting them in a small pill organizer and keeping them in your pocket – body heat might soften them, but they'll still be edible. Just avoid leaving them in a hot car, they'll turn into a blob!

Thanks for the tips! So it sounds like TSA is fine with them, but I should keep them out of hot places. I'll probably carry a few days' supply in a small ziplock for the flight and keep the main bottle in my backpack, not the car trunk. By the way, do you think I need to keep them refrigerated after opening? The bottle says store in a cool place, but I'm weird about it.

No need to refrigerate, just keep them below ~77°F (25°C) ideally. Refrigeration could actually make them hard and less tasty. The 'cool place' on the label is just to prevent melting or degradation. So, as long as you're not leaving them in the sun or a hot car, you're golden. Safe travels!