Bugs, raccoons, and rodents are abundant here in Florida... and I mean abundant! Just recently I found some sugar ants in our kitchen so I called the pest control company and they sent out a new technician. He was super thorough and asked if he could take a look in our attic just to cover all the bases. He climbed up in the attic for quite a while and had some bad news when he returned. It appeared that a family of palm rats had finagled their way through our roofline soffit and had made themselves quite a home in our attic. Palm rats are not uncommon here in south Florida, but we were horrified. We ended up having to get most of our air conditioning duct work replaced and all of the insulation in the attic replaced as well. It was a mess! It was almost kismet that Mint-X reached out to me about their trash bags during this whole ordeal and they offered to send me a case of their Tall Kitchen Drawstring Bags at no cost to facilitate a review.
Mint-X bags were created initially to solve the problem of raccoons and rodents eating through trash bags and making a ridiculous mess of garbage in their wake. The creators of Mint-X were fed up with spending their mornings picking up the remains of that night's feast, and they set out to solve the problem. Eventually they created a product that was granted full-registration rights as a repellent product and they're the world's only EPA approved rodent repellent trash bags. Their bags are infused with mix of 4 essential oils: corn mint, camphor, eucalyptus and methyl salicylate to eliminate the foul odors of trash and repel raccoons and rodents at the same time.
Naturally, I was intrigued by these Mint-X bags in hopes that they would help our palm rat problem, not to mention we have a lot of raccoons roaming around our neighborhood. The first thing I was impressed with was the actual mint smell that accompanies the bags. The smell is very strong and very effective and you will notice it immediately. I imagine it would deter animals for quite a large radius considering their sense of smell is usually better than humans. I've been keeping these underneath our sink, and have actually enjoyed the whiff of mint that I get every time I open the cupboard. I'm sure that just storing the bags underneath there is keeping rodents out of the kitchen.
Mint-X bags are available in multiple sizes and quantities so that you can use these anywhere from your outdoor trash cans to your indoor office. I was talking with a friend in Boston about these bags, and come to find out, her city actually requires them to use Mint-X bags if they do not have trash cans. Perhaps being voted "Product of the Year" in the Home Care Category in 2014 has encouraged some major metropolitan cities to try these out and use them as a weapon to rid the city of infestation issues.
Mint-X bags also make excellent diaper disposal bags! A week's worth of diapers can be pretty pungent, and keeping the smell at bay, whether you store them in your nursery, garage or backyard until trash day, will make things much more pleasant for everyone. These are such a great option for diaper pail bags because they're readily available and you aren't locked into a system where you have to buy costly refills.
I'm relieved to know that Mint-X bags are naturally effective because of the high-quality essential oils that they use instead of harmful chemicals. They're much safer for everyone in your household (including your pets). I'm all for decreasing our exposure to dangerous household chemicals when possible, so Mint-X bags are going to be our go-to trash bags from now on.
Mint-X wants to give one of you the chance to try their awesome trash bags too! They're going to send one person a CASE of their Tall Kitchen Drawstring Bags (that's 6 boxes of 50 bags)!
Also, I wanted to tell you about a you can contribute (at no cost!) to a cause that's near and dear to my heart AND possibly win some AMAZING prizes! During the month of May, Mint-X is partnering with the Boomer Esiason Foundation and Team Boomer in a social media photo contest fundraiser to help find a cure to Cystic Fibrosis. Just by sharing your perfect, pest free morning on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram with the hashtag #mintxmornings, you can help raise money to find a cure for this devastating disease since Mint-X will be donating $0.50 for every photo shared, and you'll have the chance to win a trip for 2 anywhere in the US, a Samsung TV, or an Apple iPad! Get all the details HERE.
Connect: You can connect with Mint-X on Facebook, and follow them on Amazon, and Amazon
Buy it: You can purchase Mint-X bags at retailers like Walmart, Costco, Lowe's, The Home Depot, Stop & Shop, and others, or even online via Amazon.
Win it: One person will win a CASE of Mint-X Tall Kitchen Drawstring Bags.
Open to the US only, ages 18 and up. Ends 6/1/15 at 11:59 PM EST.
Enter using the Giveaway Tools form below. Good Luck!
Andrea Troutman says
I learned that it is recommended to put bait traps outside near the Mint-X bagged trash. I wonder if it works to keep cats from getting in trash?
Cheryl says
I learned that Walmart is the nearest retail store where I can buy Mint-X.
Holly Thomas says
I learned I can buy them at Winn Dixie.
william gossage says
these sound like kind of trash bags i need. there alway racoon and animals getting in trash
Stephanie says
I learned that their trash bags contain no harsh chemicals, so you won’t have to worry about dangerous toxins around your kids or pets.
Shirley Smith says
I learned that they are available in many places I shop
Emily Endrizzi says
I learned that MintX bags use mint essential oils that naturally work to keep wildlife away.
Theresa Thomas says
I love that it keeps the critters away without harmful chemicals. We have a lot of raccoons and skunks 🙁
melissa l says
I use these bags already and LOVE them! They make my trash can smell good and they keep the mice from getting into thebags when they are on the porch waiting for garbage pick up day.
Amber Ludwig says
I did not know that mint repels pests!! I learned that I can buy them at Walmart, Cosco and Home Depots in my area!!
Marti Tabora says
I learned that they use the highest-quality mint essential oils that naturally work to keep pesky wildlife away. And the trash bags contain no harsh chemicals. I like that. Thank you.
Heather in VA says
It's best to use only Mint-X bags in order to avoid a feeding frenzy.
Ann Cluck says
Bait & Snap traps provide an alternative food source to the leftovers in your trash. Mint-X’s powerful scent is more than enough to make the rodents take a detour to the straight into the traps you’ve set. Using the Bait & Snap technique means that you’re tackling the whole problem completely; you’re not just repelling the rodents, you’re getting rid of them permanently.
kim vh says
That the Mint-X Raccoon & Rodent Repellent Trash Bags Expanded to 400 Lowe’s US Stores!!
Crystal Wall says
I knew mint repelled rodents but I didn't know there were actual trash bags that have mint in them. I just spray my bags but this is chemical free, and won't hurt the raccoons that love my trash. I like that they are available at Lowe's where I shop. I intend on making these my go to trash bags. I would not have known about them if you had not posted this great review. Thanks for sharing. My fingers are crossed, I love love to win a chance to try them before I buy.
~Crystal
Jacquelyn Cannon says
I learned that they make excellent disposal diaper bags!
barb l says
That they help keep out pests and rodents!
Cassidy Ciazza Morelli says
I learned I can buy them at Loews and they will keep the opossums and raccoons away
Lisa Williams says
I learned Mint-X was voted product of the year 2014 in the Home care category, I had heard somewhere a couple years ago that rats hate mint and that it's a good idea to plant it around your house,now I see these bags and I think there is something to it, I live near a river,the critters are always trying to get in my garbage,particularly racoons and river rats. I would love to try these bags they sound awesome!
Sarah S says
I was excited to learn from your review and the MintX website, that the bags contain no chemicals to make them smell minty, just pure mint oil.
Marsha C says
I had never heard of these and never would have guessed a trash bag could deter critters. My husband is up for a promotion that would move us from the upper Midwest to the Tampa area, so I'm guessing these would come in really handy!
sandra says
I learned they passed the rigorous testing required by the EPA in order to be granted full-registration rights as a repellent product
Kayla Siers says
I was excited to learn that essential oils can be used in place of chemicals to repel rodents.
Jennifer Williams says
No harsh chemicals is good as I have two young ones and a dog. I also have a lady two doors down who feeds all the neighborhood strays....including raccoons and skunks. These would really help keep those animals out of my trash!
Terri S. says
I learned that the mint scent is added during the manufacturing (extrusion) process so the scent becomes part of the plastic and will not rub off on your hands or clothes.
Tara L says
I love how the MINT bags keep away the rodents like racoons these would be good for camping to actually test out the product and see if they do stay away!
jessica z says
I learned Mint-X can repel raccoons
Diane Sallans says
I learned that I can get these at Lowe's!
Cheryl Abdelnour says
I found out that I can get these at Walmart!
Amanda Alvarado says
I learned that they passed the FDA testing to be granted full registration rights as a repellant product!
Deborah D says
Named the product of the year.
mysweetiepiepie says
I learned that Mint-X has designed, produced, and distributed over a billion indoor and outdoor trash bags infused with plant-derived mint essential oils. Mint-X was voted 2014 Product of the Year in the Home Care category by the largest Consumer Survey of Product Innovation.
Cindy Kong says
They use mint essential oils to keep pest away!
Sheila M. says
I learned that they were named Product of the year 2014.
Joanne Gregory says
For larger and more aggressive rodents, they suggest double-bagging your trash with a fresh Mint-X Bag for the first 2 weeks.
Breanna Pollard says
That I can buy them at Walmart.
Debra Warila says
I learned that "Repetition Is Key" when it comes to dealing with rodents.
Kathy LUman says
I learned that the trash bags keep rodents away. Mint-X Raccoon & Rodent Repellent Trash Bags Expand to 400 Lowe’s US Stores.
Vicki Wurgler says
I read that their trash bags contain no harsh chemicals, so you won’t have to worry about dangerous toxins around your kids or pets.
Margaret Smith says
I learned that I can purchase these at Lowe's. Also they have no toxins or harsh chemicals.
Sarah says
Mint X was voted Product of the Year.
Cynthia C says
I found out that these are available at Lowe's.
Robin Abrams says
I learned that they use best ingredients: the highest-quality mint essential oils that naturally work to keep pesky wildlife away
Ann Fantom says
I learned for the best results, use Mint-X trash bag within 3 days of removing the bags from the box.
Deborah Wellenstein says
Mint-X has been featured on The View.
AC says
That they contain no harsh chemicals and a pleasent smell.
Buddy Garrett says
I learned the trash bags don'y comtain any harsh chemicals so you don't have to worry about harm to your pets and kids.
Lauren says
I learned they are sold at Lowe's.
Natalie Brown says
I learned that I can buy these special garbage bags at my Wal-Mart or Home Depot. Nice since I sometimes have problems with little gnats or fruit flies. They drive me crazy! Thanks!!
Heather Robison says
I can't wait to try these out!
Susan Mullaney says
I learned that the mint scent is added during the manufacturing process so it's part of the plastic and the scent won't rub off on your hands or clothes.
Paol Trenny says
I learned that Repetition is Key so continue uses of mint -x trash bags achieves even better results.
Julie Cutshaw says
I learn that Lowes sells this brand of trash bags from Mint X and that they smell like a breath mint. And that after a certain amount of time you can go down to one bag verses doubling the bags to raid off rodents.
Laurie Arnheim says
You always have the most interesting giveaways!!! At first I was like what the.... then after I read the review... Mint-X is definitely something I will look for in the store! We always get racoons, and they are start little stinkers... no pun intended! We now have to keep a bungee cord over the top of our outside garbage can. I like the fact that these liners are safe to use around children & pets too. I'll be checking out their Facebook Page & Twitter too! Thanks!
Laurie Arnheim says
You always have the most interesting giveaways!!! At first I was like what the.... then after I read the review... Mint-X is definitely something I will look for in the store! We always get racoons, and they are such little stinkers... no pun intended! We now have to keep a bungee cord over the top of our outside garbage can. I like the fact that these liners are safe to use around children & pets too. I'll be checking out their Facebook Page & Twitter too! Thanks!
Christa Lopez says
I learned you can buy them online at walmart.com and amazon.com!
Robin says
I learned that the bags are available at Wal-Mart.
denise low says
They do not have any harmful chemicals
Hannah Avery says
They were a product of the year in 2014.
Dorothy Teel says
I learned the Mint x was awarded product of the year and that it is available at Lowes in our neighborhood
Lisa Coomer Queen says
The use only the best ingredients: the highest-quality mint essential oils that naturally work to keep pesky wildlife away.
sue14625 says
learned that the stores that carry this even tho the stores ar ein my area they do not stock these bags
Anita k says
They are better for everyone and everything all around.thanks so much for sharing.
Marnie G (Derrick Todd) says
I learned that I can buy these at Home Depot, Lowes or online.
Debra S says
Repels raccoons? I'd have to "see it to believe it". I think I would still lock my cans up!! LOL But I love the idea that it would certainly aid in the deterring! And the real plus is it probably smells GOOD in the kitchen, sitting there, filling up!!
Dorothy Boucher says
I love the fact that the bags don't contain any harm chemicals , and I really love the smell of mint 🙂
Michelle Elizondo says
I learned they only use the highest-quality mint essential oils that naturally work to keep pesky wildlife away.
Ka Weeks says
100% New information, seems to be excellent product idea.
LAURIE MURLEY says
I learned that they use the highest-quality mint essential oils that naturally work to keep pesky wildlife away.
Debbie Welchert says
I learned that after just one week of repeated use of using Mint-X Trash Bags it reduces animal torn bags.
Heidi Salisbury says
I learned they are having a fundraiser contest to raise money for Cystic Fibrosis.
AEKZ2 says
I learned that I can buy this at Costco.
Richard Hicks says
I learned they are available at major retailers like lowes, home depot and more
Sarah L says
I learned: Mint-X Raccoon & Rodent Repellent Trash Bags Expand to 400 Lowe’s US Stores
Thanks for the contest.