# Fake Plastic Baggies The Unzipped Glass Bag is More Eco Than a Ziplock By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-06-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goody-jars-unzipped-glass-bag-ziplock-bag References: [perpetualkid](http://www.perpetualkid.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=3525) The Unzipped Glass Bag is a revolutionary glass goods jar that resembles a plastic Ziplock Bag. Made from fine hand-blown glass, it is not only classy, but a lot of fun too. Always open and [reusable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anew), the Unzipped Glass Bag can hold things from cashews to chocolate. The only problem is that with no lid, you will probably find it hard to keep your hand out of the cookie jar. **Implications** - Ziplock bags are enormously popular with consumers as they act as a way for users to increase the portability of their household objects, food and other goods. WIth that being said there are also negative consequences to the lack of reusability that [plastic bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telfar-plastic-bag) provide, which demonstrates that consumers are willing to forgo portability in order to achieve [eco-sustainability](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-bags-for-essentials). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-imitation:** Companies can create sustainable alternatives to popular products without losing the convenience factor. - **Glass Innovation:** Creating innovative products that mimic the function of plastic with glass is a viable avenue for reducing plastic waste. - **Reusable Revolution:** Sustainable products that can be used repeatedly will become more popular as environmentally conscious consumers seek ways to reduce waste. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Packaging:** Companies can create sustainable packaging alternatives that mimic the functionality of current popular products, reducing plastic waste. - **Home Goods:** Innovative products like the Unzipped Glass Bag can serve as inspiration for companies looking to create sustainable and reusable household goods. - **Food Industry:** Reusable, eco-friendly packaging for food products can benefit both consumers and the environment, providing an opportunity for innovation in the food industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Durable Food Storage Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ziploc-endurables.md) - [Next-Gen Cannabis Jars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rxdco-cocoon-jars-1.md) - [Non-Toxic Glass Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-airtight-container-set.md) - [Sustainable Food Packaging Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/placon-crystal-seal-delectables.md) - [Multifunctional Glass Food Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-food-container.md) - [Freezable Snack Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freezable-snack-box.md) - [Multi-Use Flower Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reusable-flower-bags.md) - [Transparent Bean Bag Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transparent-bean-bag.md) - [Bag-Accented Bag Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plastic-bag.md)