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Master Lock 4688D TSA-Approved Combination Luggage Lock (Black)
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Master Lock TSA Luggage Locka locked bag the TSA can still open

Master Lock 4688D TSA-Approved Combination Luggage Lock (Black)

Reviewed by the WhyToBuyThis team · Updated September 2026 · How we choose

Perfect for

  • Checked bags
  • TSA-compatible
  • No keys to lose
  • Under $15
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Why this gift works

The Master Lock 4688D TSA Luggage Lock is a small combination padlock with a flexible braided steel cable shackle that fits suitcase zipper pulls. It has a set-your-own 3-digit combination, and TSA screeners can open and relock it without damage; Master Lock says it is recognized as a TSA-approved lock in 29 countries. The body is 1-3/16 inches wide. This listing is black.

A lock on the zippers keeps a checked bag from falling open and deters casual tampering, and a TSA-compatible lock will not be cut off at security. It is an inexpensive add-on for anyone who checks bags.

Who is this gift for?

Great for

  • Anyone who checks bags
  • Pairing with a luggage tracker
  • A family on a big trip

Think twice if

  • They want high security
  • They only travel carry-on

The catch

A 3-digit combination allows only 1,000 codes, and the thin cable shackle is a deterrent rather than high security.

Skip if they travel carry-on only, or already lock their bags.

Key specs

Master Lock 4688D TSA-Approved Combination Luggage Lock (Black) specifications
BrandMaster Lock
Model4688D, black
TSATSA-approved; recognized in 29 countries (maker)
CombinationSet-your-own 3-digit
Body width1-3/16 in (30 mm)
ShackleFlexible braided steel cable, 1/8 in diameter

Worth knowing before you buy

  • Red and silver versions are separate listings.
  • The cable shackle is 1/8 inch thick.

Why we like it

  • TSA can open it without cutting
  • Flexible cable fits zipper pulls
  • No key to lose
  • Inexpensive

What to look for in a luggage lock

  • TSA approval. TSA locks can be opened at security without being cut.
  • Shackle. Cable shackles fit more zipper pulls than rigid ones.
  • Combination. Combination locks mean no key to lose.

Questions people ask

Yes - TSA screeners can open and relock it without cutting it.

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