The 5 best products at Trader Joes that arent groceries and theyll surprise you
Trader Joe’s is famed for their unique snacks, including their beloved chili and lime tortilla chips and their uber-popular pork and ginger dumplings.But surprisingly, some of the chain’s best products aren’t edible.
Food Network has compiled a list of the five best Trader Joe’s products that don’t qualify as groceries — and you’ll be sure to notice them next time you’re perusing the aisles.Perhaps the most popular non-grocery item at Trader Joe’s is their tote bags, the viral object of grocery shopping desire.The mini tote bag in particular has caused commotion at TJ’s locations.
In March 2024, the 13 x 11 x 6 in.carriers quickly became a sensation — with customers waiting in long lines just to get their hands on one.One TikTok user previously shared a video of a huge group of people crowding around as employees brought the display into the store — getting ready to pounce before the bags were even on the floor.The bite-sized bags are priced at $2.99, but after selling out, they were resold on eBay at astronomical prices due to the high demand.“The adorable totes in question are made of the same heavy-duty, 65% cotton/35% polyester blend as our larger, classic Canvas Bags,” the product page said — noting that the bags also have the same “long, comfortable handles.” The only real difference, the company stated, is the diminutive size.The last drop in April for spring came in pastel shades of blue, pink, purple and green, though the typical color offerings include navy, yellow, red and green.Trader Joe’s Daily Facial Sunscreen is one of the best deals you can get, especially considering it’s looked at as a dupe of the Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen.The SPF 40 sunscreen is a 1.7-ounce tube that costs just $8.99 — compared to the $38 Supergoop version.Rather than a sticky white sunscreen, the Trader Joe’s sunscreen is translucent and invisible, oil-free, weightless and unscented.
“If thick, sticky formulas have you forgoi...