One-Time Pak "nSave" Endangered Plastic Bags Selling at $ 20 Each on Trade Me

It appears that consumers are already experiencing withdrawal symptoms as a result of Pak's decision to discontinue single-use plastic bags – the "iconic yellow" bags now selling at $ 20 each on Trade Me .

On January 1, 2019, the discount supermarket Foodstuffs officially removed its single-use plastic bags from crates to reduce plastic pollution.

However, the Kiwis' emotional attachment to fragile plastic bags is deep and many of their sales have appeared on Trade Me.

A "very reluctant" Nelson salesman, in possession of a remaining Pak nSave plastic bag, has pooled his $ 20 supply for the single item, after 27 deals.

It will have until Tuesday to see if the element that it describes as "more endangered and endangered than many native species" can inflate in price.

"It's a unique opportunity to acquire a piece of the history of New Zealand," the seller wrote.

"It is a rare chance that you find an immaculate memory.

"And finally, you will find the Pak nSave logo with the barcode in the final photo to check the authenticity of the article. I hope it will bring so much happiness to your family. than mine. "

Potential buyers of the article, however, wanted to rigorously test the authenticity of the plastic bag.

A TradeMe user asked "Would I violate the terms of sale if I used it again?"

Nelson's salesman was cautious in response:

"Although I do not recommend it, it has been proven to me repeatedly that the bag could endure more than a single use. Please, do not hesitate to do it." At your peril."

Another potential buyer was worried about the safe delivery of the bag.

However, the seller has assured that it would be packed in "not just bubble wrap, every precaution will be taken to ensure the safe delivery of the antique".

Another user was simply surprised by the bargain they were expecting, asking "Why is it so cheap? It's easily worth at least $ 500."

The seller insisted, "I just wanted to give everyone an equal chance of getting such a rare collectible item."

Instead of single-use yellow plastic bags, Pak & nSave supermarkets now offer paper bags for buyers for 20 cents or reusable plastic bags for 25 cents.