12 Products Banned From Costco’s Shelves

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1. Cigarettes: Costco discontinued tobacco sales.

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2. Coca-Cola products: Shifted to Pepsi in 2009.

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3. Designer handbags: Only sold online now.

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4. Apple products: No longer available in-store.

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5. Luggage: Limited selection compared to competitors.

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6. Electronics: Reduced variety, focusing on essentials.

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7. Cosmetics: Limited high-end brands available.

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8. Clothing: Fewer fashion items compared to competitors.

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9. Photo printing services: Discontinued in-store printing.

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10. Açaí bowls: Removed due to low demand.

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11. Sheet cakes: Discontinued due to smaller gatherings.

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12. Half-sheet cakes: Same reason as full-sheet cakes.

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