Trader Joe’s $3 Mini Totes Trigger Resale Frenzy, Listings Reach $49,000

The pastel canvas bags sold out within minutes nationwide, prompting purchase limits and a booming secondary market.

Trader Joe’s re-released its viral mini canvas tote bags in pastel colors for $2.99, quickly selling out across stores.
Lines of up to 300 shoppers formed before store openings, with some locations selling out in under 15 minutes.
Resellers have listed the totes on platforms like eBay, with prices ranging from $1,000 to an astonishing $49,000.
Trader Joe’s has imposed purchase limits to prioritize in-store customers and discourage reselling practices.
This release continues the trend of Trader Joe’s products becoming sought-after collectibles due to limited availability and social media buzz.