Dollar Store Do Not Purchase List

 

     I like being able to visit a store and buy anything I want without having to ask how much it costs. Thanks for the Dollar Store! Nevertheless, there are some things you should never buy there. 

 

Electronics 

It's mostly junk. 

Batteries 

Dollar Store products are often liquidated from other retailers. Unused batteries lose their charge over time and they may have been sitting on a shelf atm say, Target for three years and now they are outdated, so Dollar Store buys them. Plus, some Dollar Store batteries contain carbon-zinc, making them more prone to leaking . 

Tools 

Cheap tools are more likely to break and could cause injury. I once bought drill bits that were bendable as coat hanger wire. 

Power strips and extension cords 

They usually have thinner wires that won’t be able to handle power loads and can be poorly made and therefore unsafe. 

Skin care products, food, baby products and medicines 

You don’t know what’s inside the packing. It’s hard to tell how long these products have been sitting on the shelves. Check expiration dates! 

Soft drinks

A dollar for a bottle might seem like a good deal, but check the size. Often the bottles are smaller and you might end up paying more per ounce than if you bought a big bottle at the grocery store. The taste likely won't be all that great either. 

Pet Food 

Cheap pet food and treats may be made from sub-standard ingredients. Check expiration dates and ingredients! 

Makeup 

Makeup is another product area to avoid. Even brand name items may be past their best before date and off brands may contain harmful chemicals. 

Garbage Bags 

Many off-brand offerings are of poor quality. If you don't want garbage bags bursting, buy quality brand names.