With new tariffs on the horizon, prices for everyday essentials are expected to skyrocket. Savvy Costco shoppers know this is the perfect time to stock up on pantry staples, baby essentials, and household favorites while prices are still low.
Here are 12 smart Costco buys to load up on before tariffs kick in:
Kirkland Signature Premium Chunk Chicken Breast $17.40/6 Ct
A pantry lifesaver, this ready-to-eat premium canned chicken is perfect for tossing into salads, casseroles, and sandwiches—high in protein and super versatile.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 60 (per 2 oz)
- Fats: 1g
- Carbs: 0g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 13g
Ingredients:
Chicken breast meat, water, seasoning (contains modified food starch, salt, and sodium phosphates).
Preparation Instructions:
Drain and use directly in your favorite recipes, or heat if desired.
Tortilla Land Flour Tortillas – $14.79/50 Ct
Fresh, uncooked tortillas that puff up beautifully when cooked. These are softer, chewier, and fresher-tasting than any store-bought pre-cooked tortillas.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 140 (per tortilla)
- Fats: 5g
- Carbs: 21g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients:
Unbleached enriched wheat flour, water, canola oil, salt, sugar.
Preparation Instructions:
Cook on a dry skillet over medium heat for 30–60 seconds on each side.
NuPak Dry Lentils – $9.99/1 Pk
Affordable, nutritious, and easy to store long-term, these dry lentils are a plant-based protein powerhouse you’ll want stocked in your pantry.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 180 (per 1/4 cup dry)
- Fats: 0.5g
- Carbs: 30g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Dietary Fiber: 15g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 13g
Preparation Instructions:
Rinse and simmer in water or broth for 20–25 minutes until tender.
Kirkland Signature Thai Hom Mali Jasmine Rice – $20.59/25 Lb
Fragrant, fluffy, and authentic Thai Jasmine rice at a fraction of regular grocery store prices—perfect for everyday meals or bulk meal prepping.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 160 (per 1/4 cup dry)
- Fats: 0g
- Carbs: 36g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 3g
Preparation Instructions:
Rinse and cook using a rice cooker or stovetop (1 cup rice to 1.5 cups water).
Better Than Bouillon Organic Roasted Chicken Base – $11.18/21 oz
Way more flavorful than standard bouillon cubes, this organic roasted chicken base adds rich, deep flavor to soups, stews, and sauces.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 15 (per 1 tsp)
- Fats: 0.5g
- Carbs: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 0g
Ingredients:
Organic roasted chicken meat, organic chicken broth, salt, sugar, organic vegetables.
Preparation Instructions:
Mix 1 tsp base with 8 oz boiling water for instant broth.
Kirkland Organic Whole Milk – $18.03/18 Ct
This organic milk is ultra-pasteurized for a longer shelf life without sacrificing creamy, rich flavor—perfect for families and baking needs.
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Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 150 (per 1 cup)
- Fats: 8g
- Carbs: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 12g
- Protein: 8g
Ingredients:
Organic Grade A milk, vitamin D3.
Preparation Instructions:
Keep refrigerated and consume by the best-by date.
Cafe Bustelo Single-Serve Coffee Pods
Bold, rich coffee packed into convenient pods. If you love strong flavor and serious savings, these Cuban-style brews are a must.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 0
- Fats: 0g
- Carbs: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 0g
Preparation Instructions:
Insert pod into compatible coffee machine and brew as directed.
Kirkland Pink Salmon – $23.62/6 Ct
Wild-caught pink salmon packed in water—nutritious, protein-packed, and perfect for salads, salmon cakes, and meal prepping.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 90 (per 2 oz)
- Fats: 2.5g
- Carbs: 0g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 16g
Ingredients:
Wild pink salmon, water, salt.
Preparation Instructions:
Drain and mix into salads, pastas, or sandwich spreads.
Chosen Foods Avocado Oil Spray – $17.28/2 Ct
Clean, non-GMO avocado oil spray with no chemicals or propellants—great for roasting veggies, grilling, or non-stick baking.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 0 (per spray)
- Fats: 0g
- Carbs: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 0g
Preparation Instructions:
Spray lightly on pans or foods before cooking.
Kirkland Signature Whole Grain Rolled Oats – $9.94
Nutritious, heart-healthy oats that cook quickly and make for budget-friendly, filling breakfasts.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 150 (per 1/2 cup dry)
- Fats: 3g
- Carbs: 27g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Dietary Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 5g
Ingredients:
100% whole grain rolled oats.
Preparation Instructions:
Cook with water or milk on the stovetop or microwave.
Kirkland Diapers and Wipes – $44.99 for diaper pack; $18.99 for wipes pack
Parents rave about Kirkland’s affordable, high-quality diapers and wipes — now’s the time to stock up before potential price increases.
Materials:
- Diapers: Absorbent polymer, nonwoven fabric.
- Wipes: Water, aloe, chamomile extract, vitamin E.
Use Instructions:
Use as needed for diapering or gentle cleaning.
Albacore Solid White Tuna – $19.99 for 8-pack (7 oz cans)
Solid white albacore tuna packed in water — a lean protein favorite that’s perfect for tuna salads, casseroles, and sandwiches.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 90 (per 2 oz)
- Fats: 1g
- Carbs: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 20g
Ingredients:
Albacore tuna, water, salt.
Preparation Instructions:
Drain and use in recipes or serve directly.
Final Say
With tariffs looming, smart Costco shoppers are loading up on these everyday essentials now to lock in today’s lower prices. From pantry staples to baby must-haves, these picks are worth every penny — and then some.
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