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COSTCO shoppers are not happy that some of their favorite products are disappearing from store shelves.
Customers have taken to Reddit to share what’s missing from their location and fear they may never see the items again.
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On the Costco Reddit thread, one shopper started the discussion explaining how they’ve been going to their Costco for about 10 years.
They went on to say, “I’ve noticed that some of my staples have been disappearing never to appear again.”
They weren’t talking about seasonal items, but products they used to always be able to buy on an average visit.
Some of those items they claimed disappeared are:
- Frozen pineapple
- Fresh broccoli
- Propel water
OFF THE SHELVES
None of the items listed can be found on Costco’s website.
The Reddit user explained they couldn’t find the three pound fresh broccoli, but instead their store is offering a two pound bag of organic broccoli “at the same price.”
Other users chimed in pointing out products they could no longer find either, such as Kirkland chocolate chips, frozen orange juice, grass fed organic ground beef, Kirkland turkey burgers, to name a few.
It’s important to remember that products will vary by store.
MEMBERS ONLY
In order to buy in bulk at Costco or to visit any Costco store, you need a Costco membership.
The wholesale warehouse has cracked down on membership sharing.
Membership cards are checked by employees prior to entering the store.
Also, when you’re checking out, you will need show your membership card.
There are two types of personal memberships.
A Gold Star membership will cost you $65 a year. It allows you to shop in stores and online. You also get two membership cards.
Costco’s membership scanners
Costco has unveiled membership scanners at its store entrances.
In August 2024, the retailer released a statement about the scanners on its website.
“Over the coming months, membership scanning devices will be used at the entrance door of your local warehouse,” it wrote.
“Once deployed, prior to entering, all members must scan their physical or digital membership card by placing the barcode or QR Code against the scanner.
“Guests must also be accompanied by a valid member for entry.
“If you have any questions or concerns, there will always be an attendant at the door to assist you!
“If your membership is inactive, expired, or you would like to sign up for a new membership, the attendant will ask that you stop by the membership counter prior to entering the warehouse to shop.
“Additionally, if your membership card does not have a photo, please be prepared to show your valid photo ID.
“We encourage you to stop by the membership counter to have a photo taken to have on your card.”
An Executive membership will cost $130 a year. Aside from what you’ll get with a Gold Star membership, you also get a 2% annual reward for up to $1,250 you spend on eligible Costco and Costco Travel.
Costco recently increased the price of its memberships in September.
If you’re thinking of becoming a member, it’s a good idea to check on Costco’s website because the store sometimes offers promotions.
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