reuseit Products (formerly ACME Bags)

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reuseit® is the new name for our "house brand". We launched ACME Bags® in 2002 as part of our obsession to provide consumers the most sustainable, practical, durable and logo-free reusable bags available. (Back then there were slim pickings for reusable shopping bags that met our high standards - so we took matters into our own hands). Our critically acclaimed line now features over 40+ bag styles as well as several household items, with many more in the works. All are made with sustainability and social responsibility in mind. Produced with sustainable / high-performance materials and in accordance with fair labor/ fair trade practices. Several have become customer favorites and best sellers. Click here for more.

"These eco-friendly totes take a load off your mind. Seriously Green." - USA Today

Click here to view the entire reuseit® products line including pictures, product details and customer raves & reviews.

What sets reuseit® products apart?

• Practical, stylish, durable, innovative, "logo free" designs
• Made from the most sustainable / high-performance materials available
• We pledge 1% of sales to the preservation and restoration of the natural environment
• We guarantee everything we make and are committed to continual refinements and improvements
• Produced in accordance with fair labor/ fair trade practices

Do reuseit® products come with a guarantee?

We stand behind everything we make. reuseit® products are 100% guaranteed against defects in materials or construction for life. Click here to read the full guarantee. 

How are reuseit® products produced?

We're committed to manufacturing the highest quality, sustainable products. Since our inception in 2002, our reuseit® products line has been produced in partnership with an 80-year-old, U.S.-based company committed to quality and integrity. They have partnered with a handful of reputable, family-owned factories abroad that are committed to these same ideals. This relationship allows us to provide high-quality, economically priced products made from cutting-edge, environmentally friendly fabrics, while still supporting a US-based manufacturer. (This partner also manufacturers our Made in USA reuseit® products.)

Whether made in USA, India, China or another part of the world, all reuseit® products are manufactured with Fair Labor/ Fair Trade practices in accordance with Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) standards. In addition, factories have signed Restriction of Hazardous Substances (ROHS) standards to ensure against hazardous materials and provide certification of materials guaranteeing they meet our strict specifications. For instance, all factories dealing with organic cotton are International Inspection and Certification Organization (SKAL) certified.

All of our manufacturers also have signed off on the ETI Base Code of Conduct. The standards of this code are as follows:

• Employment is freely chosen
• Working conditions are safe and hygienic
• Child labor shall not be used
• Living wages are paid
• Working hours are not excessive
• No discrimination is practiced
• Regular employment is provided
• No harsh or inhumane treatment is allowed
• Freedom of association and the right to collective bargaining are respected

The provisions of this code constitute minimum standards, and companies may exceed the standards.

What fabrics do you use?

Part of our ongoing mission is to incorporate truly sustainable fabrics into our innovative line of products, including Next Generation PET, Recycled Cotton, Hemp and more. We carefully choose our fabrics with performance, design/functionality and sustainability in mind. We work directly with mills in order to produce fabrics that meet our demanding requirements. Stay tuned for exciting new products made from the most eco-friendly fabrics on the market.

• Learn about Recycled PET
• Learn about Hemp

What role does reuseit® play in supporting non-profits, activist groups and environmental causes?

As members of 1% For The Planet, we pledge 1% of sales of every reuseit® product to the preservation and restoration of the natural environment. We work to empower local groups and communities by providing product donations and discounts for non-profits, educational events, environmental fairs and more. For more information, click here

Do you offer volume purchases?

Yes. Some reuseit® products are available for volume purchase. Click here for more information.

We also offer an Affiliate Program which enables participating websites to earn commission on sales referred from links on their website. Click here for information.

Why choose reuseit® products vs cheaper alternatives?

As awareness for this issue grows, there are more and more options for reusable bags. In particular, there is a growing trend among retailers to virtually give away cheap reusable bags as a tactic to address the concern. While these cheap bags may seem like a great idea, there is a host of problems with these "freebies." A key problem to note - are consumers actually going to use these cheap shopping bags, or will they start accumulating in people's closets just as plastic bags once did? If so, then in essence, we've merely replaced one "use and toss" bag with another! Our advice is to own a handful of attractive, practical, high-quality bags that you really like, and will really use. Our line of reuseit® products, like all the bags we offer, are a smart solution. Read more about the problem with cheap reusables here.

Care and use recommendations

Most of the reuseit® bags can be machine washed (cold) and then air dried. We indicate the specifics for each bag on the individual product pages.