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Beat the Plastic Bag 'Tax' With These 7 Reusable Shopping Bags

By Serena Solomon | May 9, 2016 5:19pm | Updated on September 8, 2016 10:56am

NEW YORK CITY — Forgetting your reusable shopping will now cost you, and not just the planet.

Last week, the City Council passed a bill requiring shoppers to pay a 5 cent fee for every paper or plastic bag they use. The new law, set to be enforced in October, is aimed at reducing the 9 billion plastic bags that end up in the city’s trash each year.

RELATED STORY: How the 5-Cent Plastic Bag 'Tax' Will Impact You

To ensure you never forget, here’s seven reusable bags you will want to take shopping:

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Notabag from Notabag.com
Price: about $23

This clever machine-washable and waterproof piece can either be a carry bag or a backpack. There's an inside pocket where you can stash your keys, phone and wallet. It folds up into a tiny parcel when not in use.

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5-Piece Shopping Bag Set from Reuseit.com
Price: $39.95

There's a lot going on in this one set. Two of the larger totes clip on to the side your shopping cart so you can fill them up and go through the checkout with ease. Another bag is insulated for refrigerated foods that also comes with a non-toxic and reusable ice pack. Three remaining bags either have a loop-tie closure or are over-the-shoulder totes.

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24/7 Bag from Flip and Tumble
Price
: $12

This simple bag is built for everyday use. It's made from nylon and is machine washable. When not in use, it bundles up into a tiny ball and there are ten colors to choose from.  

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Strawberry Bag from OOOUSE on Amazon
Price: $1.92

This sweet little option folds up into a strawberry when not in use. Clip it to your bag or your key ring so you're never without it.

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String Bag from Ecobags.com
Price: $7.99

If you're after something classic, try the String Bag. This lightweight bag is made with eco-friendly and lead-free dyes, as well as fair labor and wage practices.

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Timbuk2 Moraga Pannier Bike Bag from Bike Bag Shop
Price: $62.29

This bag can easily be carried around a grocery store as it can be draped over the rear wheel of your bike. It is made from water-resistant fabric and has a zip-top closure, as well as pockets for your water bottle and other items.

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Set of Two Waxed Canvas Bags from WAAMIndustries on Etsy
Price: $70

If you start missing the old school look of brown paper shopping bags, try these canvas renditions. They are handmade in the U.S.A out of heavyweight waxed canvas.