Amazon Basics Fresh Scent 13 Gallon Drawstring Bags for Odor-Free Family Kitchens
Amazon Basics Fresh Scent 13 Gallon Drawstring Bags for Odor-Free Family Kitchens
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Why you'll love it
- Flextra strength reduces the frustration of mid-lift tears and messy leaks
- Fresh scent helps neutralize lingering food odors in the kitchen
- Drawstring closure makes tying and carrying to the bin effortless
- Three pack-size options (50/90/120) let buyers match their consumption rate
- Alexa voice reordering eliminates the need to remember or write down restocks
- Amazon Basics pricing offers reliable quality below premium brands
Perfect for
- Daily kitchen food waste and scrap collection
- Odor-controlled disposal of leftovers and produce trimmings
- Bulk household trash management with fewer trips to restock
- Hands-free voice reordering when supply runs low
- Handling heavy or wet loads without bag failures
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Product InformationFLEXTRA STRENGTH: Our tall kitchen garbage bags offer reliable, tear-resistant construction with Flextra technology, minimizing tears and punctures
FRESH SCENT: Enjoy a clean kitchen with bags scented to enhance freshness
CONVENIENT DRAWSTRING: Easily manage waste with drawstring closure
GENEROUS CAPACITY: Designed for convenience, our 13-gallon kitchen trash bags accommodate large loads in most cans
ALEXA ENABLED: Order tall kitchen trash bags via Alexa voice shopping. Simply say, “Alexa, reorder Amazon Basics Tall Kitchen Drawstring Bags” for easy restocking
Brand: Amazon Basics
Capacity: 13 gallons
Unit Count: 120 Count
Recommended Uses For Product: Food Waste
Material Feature: Scented
Color: white
Material: Polyethylene
Item Form: Bag
Scent: Fresh Scent
Number of Items: 1
Product Description
Item Weight: 5.99 pounds
Item Dimensions: 27.37 x 24 x 0.01 inches
Included Components: Trash bags
Item Type Name: Amazon Basics Flextra Tall Kitchen Drawstring Trash Bags, Clean Fresh Scent, 13 Gallon, 120 Count
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Fresh Scent help with the smell of food scraps during a wind-down routine?
Yes. The Fresh Scent is built into the bag material and activates as the bag is closed, helping neutralize food odors so the kitchen feels calmer after dinner.
Will the leak-resistant Flextra material support a mindful composting prep area?
Yes. Flextra reduces mid-bag failures with wet produce trimmings, which is a common pain point when scraping plates into a compost caddy.
Is the drawstring closure easy to use for anyone with arthritis or limited grip strength?
Yes. The drawstring requires only a light pull to cinch the bag, which is easier on hands and wrists than twist-tying or knotting.
Can these bags help reduce the stress of daily kitchen cleanup after family meals?
Yes. Combining odor control, leak resistance, and an easy tie-off removes most of the friction from post-meal cleanup, which is helpful for wellness-focused routines.
Is the Fresh Scent safe around pets who spend time in the kitchen?
The Fresh Scent is a mild, food-safe fragrance used in household trash bags. For pets with strong sensitivities, you can keep the bin closed, but the formulation is standard for kitchen use.
Will the 120 count support a household that cooks from scratch daily?
Yes. Frequent home cooks generate more scraps and bag changes, and the 120 count is sized to match that higher consumption rate with fewer reorder events.
Is the bag thickness comfortable to handle without feeling overly industrial?
Yes. Flextra is engineered for strength without stiffness, so the bags feel closer to standard kitchen bags than to contractor-grade liners.
Can I use these bags for both kitchen scraps and bathroom waste in a wellness routine?
Yes. The 13 gallon size and Fresh Scent work well across rooms, though most customers keep them dedicated to the kitchen where odor control matters most.
Does the bag hold up against wet coffee grounds and produce trimmings?
Yes. Flextra is puncture and moisture resistant, so wet loads that typically break thinner bags stay contained.
Will the 13 gallon size force me to overfill the bag and risk spills?
No. The capacity is matched to standard tall cans, and the drawstring lets you remove the bag before it is overstuffed, which protects against leaks.
How does the Fresh Scent compare to baking soda or charcoal odor absorbers?
Baking soda and charcoal absorb ambient odor over time, while the Fresh Scent is built into the bag itself and neutralizes odors at the source when the bag is sealed.
Is the 13 gallon size too large for a wellness-focused single-person kitchen?
Not necessarily. Single-person kitchens often use the same 13 gallon cans, and you can change the bag weekly or as needed without waste.
How does this compare to compostable bags for a wellness-driven home?
Compostable bags can break down faster with wet food waste, leading to leaks. Amazon Basics Flextra offers more consistent containment, with the trade-off that they are not compostable.
Is the plastic material free of strong chemical off-gassing?
Amazon Basics trash bags use standard food-safe polyethylene. There is no harsh industrial chemical smell, only the light Fresh Scent when the bag is in use.
Will the bulk 120 count be hard to store in a small wellness-focused apartment?
The flat pack is compact, but if storage is tight, the 50 or 90 count options offer the same quality in a smaller footprint.
Are these bags gentle on hands compared to rougher contractor bags?
Yes. Flextra is softer and more flexible than contractor-grade liners, which makes daily kitchen handling more comfortable.
How do I load a 13 gallon Amazon Basics Flextra bag into my kitchen trash can?
Open the bag fully, drape it over the rim of the can, and press the edges against the inside walls. The 13 gallon size is matched to standard tall kitchen cans, so it should sit flush with little overhang.
How do I tie and remove the bag without spills?
Pull the drawstring firmly to cinch the top closed, lift straight up by the gathered plastic, and tie a quick knot. The drawstring closure is designed to make lift-and-tie clean and contained.
How do I enroll these bags in Alexa voice reordering?
Open the Amazon app, link the product to your Alexa account, and enable voice purchasing. Once enrolled, you can reorder by saying 'Alexa, reorder trash bags' when supplies run low.
Will these bags fit my 13 gallon simple-human or touchless step can?
Yes. 13 gallon is the standard size used across most major kitchen trash can brands, including simplehuman, iTouchless, and basic step cans.
Are these bags compatible with compost caddies as a liner?
Yes, the 13 gallon bags can be trimmed or used as a liner inside a smaller compost caddy, though they are not certified compostable. Many customers use them to keep the caddy clean.
What is included in the box when I order a pack?
Each box contains a single sealed sleeve of 50, 90, or 120 Flextra strength 13 gallon drawstring trash bags in the Fresh Scent variant. No additional components are included.
Are these bags safe to use for pet waste or cat litter disposal?
Yes. The Flextra material is strong enough for pet waste and clumping cat litter, and the Fresh Scent helps control odor between bin changes. Double-bagging is recommended for very heavy wet loads.
What should I do if a bag tears before I lift it out of the can?
Pull on the Flextra material to confirm whether the tear spreads, and if it does, double-bag the next load. Contact Amazon customer support if you experience repeated failures, as the bags are warrantied against defects.
What is the difference between Amazon Basics Flextra trash bags and regular Amazon Basics trash bags?
Flextra is a stronger, more puncture resistant polyethylene blend designed for kitchen and household loads that include wet food scraps. Standard Amazon Basics bags are thinner and intended for lighter dry waste.
