TSA warns World Cup fans to check ranch dressing in luggage

As the FIFA World Cup brings millions of international visitors to the United States, an unexpected cultural exchange is occurring at airport security checkpoints. The Transportation Security Administration has issued a series of lighthearted but clear social media warnings to travelers: bottles of the beloved American condiment ranch dressing must be packed in checked luggage, not carry-on bags.

The TSA's campaign, which began in early June, highlights a trend of international soccer fans discovering and attempting to bring home ranch dressing after encountering it during their U.S. visit. The agency posted reminders on platforms including Threads and Instagram, directly addressing attendees of the "very large sporting event." One post noted, "Days since the last airport ranch incident: 0," while another humorously advised visitors to "avoid chugging your ranch outside security."

The core issue is a matter of policy, not taste. Standard bottles of ranch dressing exceed the TSA's 3.4-ounce limit for liquids and gels in carry-on luggage. Any container larger than that must be placed in checked baggage, even if it is not full. The agency has shared images of bottles that had to be...