Hefty 13 Gallon Kitchen Trash Bags – Long-Lasting Watermelon Fragrance for Cooking and Meal Prep Spaces
Hefty 13 Gallon Kitchen Trash Bags – Long-Lasting Watermelon Fragrance for Cooking and Meal Prep Spaces
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Why you'll love it
- Break-resistant drawstring and rip-resistant film prevent embarrassing mid-carry blowouts
- Arm and Hammer odor control combined with a pleasant Fabuloso Watermelon scent keeps kitchens smelling fresh between bag changes
- 6-in-1 protection consolidates strength, leak resistance, and odor control into a single bag, reducing guesswork
- Bulk 80-count packaging lowers per-bag cost and reduces restocking trips for larger households
- Backed by Hefty's 100% satisfaction guarantee, lowering the perceived risk of switching brands
- Trusted legacy Hefty brand signals reliable performance over generic or store-brand alternatives
Perfect for
- Contain food scraps, coffee grounds, and meal-prep waste without leaks
- Cart full kitchen trash to the curb without bag breakage
- Neutralize strong kitchen odors (garbage, fish, diapers) with continuous scent release
- Line a standard 13-gallon kitchen trash can for everyday household waste
- Replace torn or leaking bags to avoid messy can cleanups
How Strong Are These Bags?
Hefty Ultra Strong trash bags feature 6-in-1 Protection for superior durability. These puncture-resistant bags with break-resistant drawstrings are designed for heavy kitchen waste, garage cleanup, and basement storage with reliable performance for everyday trash disposal.
Do These Bags Control Odors?
Yes! Hefty Ultra Strong trash bags include continuous odor control technology. Available in multiple scents with extended scent release for added freshness or unscented options for fragrance-free households. Perfect for kitchen, garage, basement, and general household trash disposal needs.
Will These Bags Fit My Trash Can?
Yes! Hefty Ultra Strong 13-gallon tall kitchen trash bags are designed to fit standard kitchen trash cans. These tall kitchen trash bags feature flex strength with break-resistant drawstring closures. Perfect for families managing everyday household trash disposal.
What Is 6-in-1 Protection?
Hefty Ultra Strong trash bags feature 6-in-1 Protection that includes flex strength, break resistant drawstrings, odor control technology, resists leaks, resists punctures, and resists rips. Designed for reliable performance with heavy loads and strong-smelling waste in kitchen, garage, and basement cleanup.
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Product Information
13 Gallon Tall Kitchen Garbage Bags: This package contains 80 Hefty Ultra Strong 13 Gallon Kitchen Trash Bags in White, Fabuloso Watermelon scent
Toughness You Can Trust: Hefty’s strongest tall kitchen garbage bags deliver toughness you can trust with a secure, break-resistant drawstring and superior durability
Arm and Hammer Odor Control and Fabuloso Watermelon Scent: Odor control technology, paired with Fabuloso Watermelon, leverages the power of Arm and Hammer to fight nasty odors and keep your kitchen smelling fresh
6-In-1 Protection: These Hefty 13 gallon trash bags offer a powerful combination of six features: flex strength, tough drawstring, continuous odor control, and resistance to leaks, punctures, and rips
100% Satisfaction Guarantee: We want you to be happy with your tall trash bags 13 gallon size; if you have any issues, please contact us via the hotline number on the back of the package so we can help
Brand: Hefty
Capacity: 13 gallons
Unit Count: 80 Count
Recommended Uses For Product: Food Waste
Material Feature: Disposable
Material: Polyethylene
Item Form: Bag
Scent: Watermelon
Number of Items: 1
Item Weight: 3.7 pounds
Trust Hefty Ultra Strong 13 Gallon Trash Bags to keep your kitchen waste contained—all the way from the can to the curb. Thanks to 6-in-1 Protection, these tall kitchen trash bags offer flexible strength, a secure closure, odor control technology, and resistance to leaks, punctures, and rips. The result is the highest protection you can get in flexible 13 gallon trash bags. Hefty’s stretchy strength means you don't have to worry about unexpected bag breakage and inconvenient messes when you use these tall kitchen garbage bags. A break-resistant grip drawstring makes it easy to close the bag and cart it away without incident. As a bonus, these scented white trash bags include Arm and Hammer odor control technology and a Fabuloso Watermelon scent to keep unpleasant smells at bay and keep your kitchen smelling fresh and clean. All Hefty trash bags are backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. *Fabuloso (R) and associated designs are trademarks of Colgate-Palmolive Company and are used under license. **The ARM and HAMMER trademark is owned by Church and Dwight Co., Inc., and used by Reynolds Consumer Products LLC under license.
Items Details
Recommended Uses For Product: Food Waste
Global Trade Identification Number: 00013700888182
Included Components: Tall Kitchen Bags
Item Type Name: Tall Kitchen Bags
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Fabuloso Watermelon scent actually last in a 13-gallon kitchen bag?
The Arm and Hammer continuous odor control is built to release scent gradually throughout the life of the bag, so you should notice a fresh watermelon note from the moment you line the can until you take the bag out, rather than a quick burst that fades in a day.
Can I adjust the intensity of the watermelon fragrance so it is not overpowering in a small apartment kitchen?
The fragrance is light and consistent by design, suited to small and open-plan kitchens alike. If you prefer a softer scent, simply tie off and replace the bag more frequently; the controlled release means the aroma is present but rarely cloying.
Does the scent help with strong cooking smells like fish, garlic, or coffee grounds?
Yes. The combination of Arm and Hammer odor neutralizer and the Fabuloso Watermelon scent is formulated to counteract the sharp kitchen odors that come from fish, garlic, onions, and coffee grounds, so your kitchen smells fresher between bag changes.
Will the scent interfere with the smell of food I am preparing in the same space?
No. The fragrance is released at a low, steady level meant to neutralize waste odor in the background, not to compete with active cooking aromas, so your meal prep scents will still come through clearly.
Is this bag a good choice for a yoga or meditation space adjacent to the kitchen?
Yes. Because the scent is continuous but gentle and there is no flame, smoke, or diffuser required, the bags fit naturally into a calm, mindfulness-oriented home and help keep the surrounding air pleasant during practice or quiet time.
Is this a good everyday bag for someone who really cares about how their kitchen smells?
Yes. Between the Arm and Hammer odor neutralizer and the Fabuloso Watermelon fragrance, this bag is purpose-built for scent-conscious households that judge a kitchen by how fresh it smells between cleanings.
Will the watermelon scent still come through if I am line-cooking for hours and the bag is full of scraps?
Yes. The continuous odor control is engineered to keep working as the bag fills, neutralizing waste odor while releasing the watermelon note, so even a heavily used bag should keep the room smelling noticeably fresher than an unscented liner.
Can I use these bags in my open-plan living area without the scent being too strong for guests?
Yes. The fragrance is designed for everyday household use and tends to read as a light, clean scent rather than a heavy perfume, so it is generally well-received in open layouts where guests may be sitting nearby.
How does the Fabuloso Watermelon scent compare to plain unscented kitchen bags?
Plain unscented bags simply trap odor inside the film, which means smells often escape when the can is opened. The Hefty Ultra Strong with Fabuloso actively neutralizes odor and adds a fresh watermelon note, giving you a noticeably more pleasant kitchen experience without needing a separate air freshener.
Is this a better choice than a plug-in air freshener for keeping my kitchen smelling good?
For many households, yes. A bag with built-in odor control handles odor at the source, while a plug-in freshener only masks it after it has already spread. Combining this bag with occasional ventilation is often more effective and avoids continuous fragrance chemicals in the air.
I am sensitive to strong fragrances. Will this product bother me?
The watermelon scent is light and designed for daily household use rather than as a powerful room fragrance. If you are highly fragrance-sensitive, you may want to test a single bag first, but most users find it subtle enough to use in bedrooms, nurseries, and small kitchens.
How do I line a 13-gallon kitchen trash can with these Hefty bags?
Open the bag by shaking it open to separate the film, then drape it over the rim of a standard 13-gallon tall kitchen trash can. Press the bag down into the base and smooth the sides against the can walls so the drawstring hangs evenly over the rim, ready for tie-off when full.
How do I tie off and remove a full bag without spilling?
Pull the drawstrings upward and outward to lift the bag off the can rim, then pull the drawstrings firmly to one side so the bag cinches tightly at the top. Knot the drawstrings, then lift the bag straight up and out of the can, supporting the bottom with your other hand for heavier loads.
How should I store the unused bags so they stay fresh and ready to use?
Keep the unused bags in the original box in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Storing them indoors, such as under the sink, in a pantry, or in a utility closet, helps preserve the scent and the film integrity.
Will these bags fit a standard 13-gallon tall kitchen trash can?
Yes. Hefty Ultra Strong 13 Gallon bags are sized specifically for standard 13-gallon tall kitchen trash cans, which is the most common kitchen size in U.S. households, so they should drop in without folding or trimming.
Are these bags compatible with touchless or step-on trash cans?
Yes. The 13-gallon size is compatible with most touchless, step-on, and simple manual kitchen trash cans. The break-resistant drawstring still allows the lid to operate normally and the bag to lift out cleanly when full.
What is included in the box and do I need to buy anything else to use them?
Each box contains 80 individually accessible 13-gallon white kitchen trash bags pre-scented with Fabuloso Watermelon and built with Arm and Hammer odor control. No additional accessories are required, and they are ready to use straight from the box in any standard 13-gallon kitchen can.
Are these bags safe for households with pets, and will pets try to chew them?
The bags are safe to use in homes with pets in the sense that they do not introduce toxic fumes or hot components, and the drawstring ties off securely. As with any trash bag, it is best to keep filled bags in a covered can and out of reach, because curious pets can still tear into waste inside the bag.
Can I compost these bags or are they recyclable?
Hefty Ultra Strong 13-gallon kitchen trash bags are made of polyethylene and are not certified compostable. Recycling rules vary by municipality; in many areas, clean polyethylene film can be returned through designated store drop-off programs, but bags that have held food waste generally should not go in curbside recycling.
What is the difference between Hefty Ultra Strong and regular Hefty kitchen bags?
Hefty Ultra Strong bags add 6-in-1 protection that explicitly combines flex strength, a tough drawstring, continuous odor control, leak resistance, puncture resistance, and rip resistance, along with the Arm and Hammer odor neutralizer and Fabuloso Watermelon scent. Regular Hefty kitchen bags cover the basics of size and fit, but do not bundle those extra durability and odor features into a single bag.
