Costco fans have decried the constant shrinkage in some of their favorite products over the years. From beloved baked goods to essential household products, the retailer has often had a convincing reason for the transformation. Despite the downsizing, it has ensured that its customers do not complain about quality by retaining the same content in rather small quantities.
Croissants
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Costco croissants, once generously sized and priced, have drastically decreased over the years from 5.5 ounces to just 3.25 ounces. These buttery delights wowed customers with their large, crackly texture. The rising production costs have been behind the downsizing. What makes it worse is that the price has also increased.
Frozen Blueberries
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Smoothie and baking lovers found these products irresistible. However, the packaging has evolved, and the retailer now sells 3-pound bags in place of the initial 4-pound bags. The shrinkage of this product is attributed to supply chain problems. While disappointed, fans still find it a must-have ingredient.
Kit Kat Bars
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Lovers of this popular snack have been disappointed by the 40-gram package after replacing the 45-gram offer at Costco. It was an interesting deal, especially because of its bulk packages. The satisfying crunch has been hit by rising production costs, eliciting the sudden changes. However, they're still a top choice.
Bagels
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Adored for their generous size and freshness, Costco's bagels were a hit. Its lovers are crying foul after their hefty 4.5 ounces disappeared, and now they have the 4 ounces to contend with. With ingredients costing more and the retailer seeking to keep the price low, the size had to suffer.
Chicken Bakes
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The 12-ounce hearty offering has since been retired, and now the 10-ounce offering is left to rule. Loved for its competitive size and tasty filling, consumers are left with no choice but to complain. The overall increase in food prices takes the blame for this.
Dixie Ultra Paper Plates
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The large size and hefty design endeared the Dixie Ultra paper plates to their lovers. Costco has not had the 285 pieces reduced to 240 pieces, much to the disappointment of its customers. The retailer often explains that manufacturing adjustments have resulted in the substantial change.
Cetaphil Moisturizer
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Initially presented in 20-ounce bottles, Cetaphil Moisturizer at Costco now comes in 16-ounce bottles. The gentle and refreshing hydration that customers continue to love now costs them more for a little less quantity. According to the retailer, it is the manufacturer's packaging changes that have caused the downsizing.
Kirkland Signature Organic Medium Salsa
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Kirkland Signature Organic Medium Salsa's packaging changes have been loud. As a result, the product shrank from 53 ounces to 38 ounces over the years. Its fresh organic ingredients and bold flavor have been its selling points. Despite the resizing, it's still delivering the same quality.
Granola Bars
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Costco’s granola bars have seen a significant reduction in size and now offer just an ounce. The former 1.5-ounce product's hearty texture and wholesome ingredients made it a wonder snack for its lovers. The skyrocketing production costs have made it difficult for the retailer to maintain the size.
Kirkland Bacon
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Kirkland Bacon has lost between 0.5 and 1.5 pounds across different stores in varied parts of the country. This has been attributed to changes in production and supply chain costs. It's quality cut and exceptional flavor now come at a price. The shrinkage has, however, not affected the quality.
Windex Glass Cleaner
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Windex Glass Cleaner at Costco was introduced in 208 fluid-ounce containers. This has transformed into just 201-ounce bottles now. Your streak-free shine will now cost you more for less. However, manufacturer packaging updates are what the retailer points at. At least, you will still get the same cleaning quality.
Scott Shop Towels
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When it came onto the market, customers were impressed by its durability and absorbency. The 43.6 square feet per roll offering made the deal even better. Costco has since adjusted the size downward to 39.5 square feet per roll. This is blamed on production costs and supply chain changes.
Crest Toothpaste
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Costco shoppers love the value-packed Crest toothpaste. These used to come in a 6-ounce size and are now 5.2 ounces, an 0.8-ounce shrink. But even with that tweak, Crest still offers quality dental maintenance at a buy-in-bulk price, making this toothpaste a favorite for all families and individuals.
Rotisserie Chickens
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With between 0.5 and 1 pound lost, Costco's rotisserie chickens remain a delicious offer for its customers. Shoppers appreciated the juicy, well-seasoned meat that came at a competitive price. However, the rising food prices have not spared this fan favorite, which remains a go-to option for convenient family meals.
Chocolate Cakes
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It gained popularity for its exciting flavor and generous quantity, which made it a party favorite over the years. Coming in at 72 ounces, the cake earned its place on celebration tables. The same cannot be said about the current 64-ounce offering.
