Anaheim vs Irvine
How do plastic bag rules rules compare between Anaheim, CA and Irvine, CA?
Irvine has fewer restrictions than Anaheim.
Anaheim, CA
Orange County
California SB 270 and SB 1046 ban single-use plastic carryout bags at all Anaheim grocery, pharmacy, convenience, and liquor retailers, requiring a minimum ten-cent charge for any reusable or recycled paper bag provided.
View full Anaheim rules →Irvine, CA
Orange County
California SB 270 and SB 1046 ban single-use plastic carryout bags at OC grocery stores, pharmacies, and large retailers; reusable or paper bags require a 10-cent minimum charge.
View full Irvine rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Anaheim | Irvine |
|---|---|---|
| Authority | CA SB 270 / SB 1046 | CA SB 270, SB 1046 |
| Bag fee | 10 cents minimum | - |
| WIC/CalFresh | Exempt from fee | - |
| Covered | Grocery, pharmacy, convenience | - |
| Minimum bag charge | - | 10 cents |
| Effective | - | 2016, expanded 2026 |
| Exempt | - | Restaurants, produce bags |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Anaheim FAQ
Does the bag fee apply at restaurants?
No, restaurants and food service businesses are not covered; the fee applies primarily to grocery, drug, convenience, and liquor stores statewide.
Can I bring my own bag?
Yes, customers are encouraged to bring reusable bags and avoid the ten-cent fee at every covered Anaheim retailer.
Irvine FAQ
Why does my OC store still hand out plastic bags?
Likely a thicker reusable plastic bag charged at 10 cents minimum, or a small retailer not covered. Starting 2026, even thick reusables are banned at covered stores statewide.
Can I bring my own bag to OC stores?
Yes. Bringing reusable bags is encouraged and avoids the 10-cent charge. Stores may inspect bags at checkout for security but cannot refuse them outright.
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