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Looking to swap those plastic ziplock bags for some awesome sustainable ziplock swaps? This is your guide to 10 super convenient and useful alternatives!
Ziplock bags are convenient, extremely easy to use, and horrible for the environment. I know how strong the urge is to reach for the ziplock bag instead of trying out a new sustainable swap, but I do urge you to give it a try. The more we do something, the easier it becomes. Before you know it, you will be reaching for a stasher bag instead of the ziplock bag!
Today we are listing 10 amazing ways to swap ziplock bags for much more eco-friendly products. These 10 sustainable ziplock swaps are not only better for the environment, but they are also better for your wallet. You will no longer need to run to the store to stock up – these will last you for life.
1. Stainless Steel Container with Silicone Lid
This BPA-free, stainless steel container with a plastic-free silicone lid is perfect for lunch, potlucks, or even leftovers. An outstanding, sustainable Ziplock bag swap, because it is easy to clean and the stainless steel container is very durable, you can use it for years. U Konserve donates 1% of their profit to 1% For The Planet which helps them to connect to high-impact environmental non-profits across the world.
Price: $26.99
Ships: USA
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2. Silicone Stasher Bags: Rainbow Pack
Our next sustainable Ziplock bag swap is the Silicone Snack Stasher Bag. More useful than a Ziplock bag, this stasher can be used in the freezer, microwave, oven (not over 400F), and dishwasher. We have 6 of these and use them on repeat throughout the year.
Price: $9.99 each
Ships: USA
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3. Reusable Wax Wraps
This vegan wax wrap is another best sustainable Ziplock bag swaps. It can be used on anything, from produce to snacks to the top of cans, bowls, and more. The wrap is made of organic cotton coated with sustainably harvested candelilla wax, jojoba oil, and tree resin. To use, just use the warmth of your hands to gently mold the wrap to any shape. When you’re done, wash it in cold water and let it dry. Available in different sizes, you can use it anytime and anywhere!
Price: $19.00
Ships: USA
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4. Compostable & Resealable Sandwich Bags
Looking for something similar to a zip-lock bag without the harmful environmental consequences? These resealable sandwich bags made from breathable plant-based resin t by BioBag is a great solution. They also use starches of plants, vegetable oil, and compostable polymers, so it is completely compostable. The ingredient is harvested in Italy and manufactured in the USA. Retain the freshness of your food longer and our planet plastic-free by using these compostable storage bags.
Price: $5.69
Ships: USA
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5. Snack Time Repete Snack Bags
Another sustainable Ziplock bag swap is this fancy snack bag from Chico bag. I love this bag because you can put anything, from sandwiches to bulk foods like trail mix. This sustainable pouch is made of recycled plastic bottles and the size is adjustable. Your food is 100% safe in this pouch because it is Climate Neutral Certified, meaning it meets net-zero or better carbon emissions through measuring, offsetting, and reducing its carbon footprint. Like the other brands, ChicoBag is a member of 1% For The Planet. With this bag, there’s no excuse to be without a snack plus you’ll cut down on wasteful plastic bag use!
Price: $15.99
Ships: USA
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6. Linen Bento Bread Bag
I fell in love with this bento bag when I first saw it on Etsy. Why? First, it is a terrific sustainable Ziplock bag swap. Second, it has a lot of colorful variants that are pleasing to the eye. Third, it keeps the bread fresh for a longer time. Because of that, this bag gained a 5-star rating and a lot of positive reviews on the said online store. The bag is handmade using linen fabric and it is a fantastic helper to your kitchen. You can choose from a small size to XXL (wow! a lot of space for your food) depending on your needs. With this bag, you can store bread, fruit, vegetables, and nuts. Linen Pearl, the producer of this product will give you a vast of choices to choose from for your food storage. They also have a sandwich bag and Natural Linen Bread Basket.
Price: $12.00
Ships: Worldwide
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7. Celine et Cotons
Another perfect sustainable Ziplock bag swap is this freezing or storage bag from CelineEtCotons. I also found this on Etsy and the functionality of this product caught my attention. With this bag, you can freeze meat, fish, or vegetables inside the freezer. So it’s freezer safe. I like their idea to use a clamp to avoid pressure, especially when it is stored in a freezer. You can also store bread, fruits, and nuts in this bag. This product also gained a 5-star rating on Etsy because of its first-rate quality and the linens used are so pretty that your kids will surely approve of it.
Price: $9.00
Ships: Worldwide
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8. Vegan Wax Food Wrap
One more vegan wax food wrap is from MeMotherEarth. I discovered this vegan wax food wrap on Etsy and it has 3 different cute prints, lemon, avocado, and pineapple. The prints depend on the size of the food wrap. It is handmade using jojoba oil, tree resin, kraft paper carnauba wax, and organic cotton which makes it 100% vegan. This sustainable Ziplock swap is now offering a new and improved formula that is extra malleable and stickier than traditional beeswax wraps. Visit their shop to find more sustainable and zero-waste swaps.
Price: $15.00
Ships: Worldwide
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9. Wheat Straw Bento Lunch Box
Who loves bento lunch boxes? Well, who doesn’t? This one is a superb sustainable Ziplock bag swap because it has a lot of space and partitions so you can put different foods in one bento lunch box. Unlike Ziplocks it requires you to have different bags for each food. Perfect for a kid’s lunch or picnics. This bento lunch box is made of wheat straw which is why you can use it a lot of times. You can buy this bento lunch box for under $20. Affordable and useful swap!
Price: $23.00
Ships: Worldwide
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10. Rehbell’s German Stoneware Container
Okay, here’s our last one! So, I found this on Etsy and was mesmerized by its aesthetics. It is handmade out of stoneware, they use high-quality natural clay from clay deposits and oak wood for the lid which is ethically sourced from sustainable forestry in Germany. The combination of clay and wood is definitely a brilliant idea. This container is air-tight, so no spill worries.
Price: $40.00
Ships: Worldwide
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Did you find the perfect swap for you? Most have different functions but all of them are a tremendous sustainable Ziplock bag swap. From now on, Kick that Ziplock away. We have a more sustainable and zero-waste swap that has the same function (or better) than a Ziplock. Which one is your favorite?
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Loving all the options, you shared here. I may have to try out that linen bento bread bag. They are so chic and a nice alternative to beeswax. Stasher bags are awesome. They are a little pricey, but the quality is amazing, so it’s worth it.