Aldi’s Orange Stickers Explained: What They Mean for Shoppers’ Savings

According to The Sun, Aldi shoppers have recently noticed a barcode sticker on the back of some merchandise, sparking curiosity about its purpose. The orange sticker, which covers the UPC barcode, has left many customers wondering if it signifies lower prices.

Customer Inquiry Sparks Discussion

A shopper named Ty Avera took to Facebook to question the meaning of the orange sticker, sharing a photo of it on a container of mixed nuts. This post prompted several responses from fellow customers, though no definitive explanation emerged.

Some shoppers claimed they were informed by Aldi employees that the orange sticker indicated the item was on sale. “We went through this yesterday! It was asked! It’s discounted,” one shopper commented.

Conflicting Theories on the Sticker’s Purpose

While some customers supported the idea that the orange sticker marked discounted items, others offered differing opinions. Some suggested that the sticker was used to cover the barcode due to an error, indicating the item should be rung up differently.

“A lot of stores clearance things out that are getting close to their sell-by dates. So that orange sticker may mean to enter a price manually rather than scanning it since it’s over a barcode,” one commenter noted. Another echoed this sentiment, stating, “It’s meant to obscure the UPC code. Maybe it was printed incorrectly.”

An alleged Aldi employee chimed in, explaining, “Just a barcode misprint. We either put a sticker over them or sharpie them out.” Speculations also arose that the items could have been returned.

Aldi’s Response to the Inquiry

The U.S. Sun reached out to Aldi for an official explanation regarding the orange sticker. The retailer often employs various labels on products to indicate sales and other information to both staff and customers.

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Color-Coded Labels at Aldi

While Aldi uses different colors for their labels, none have previously been orange, according to Aldi Mamma, an influencer and superfan. Here’s a quick rundown of the colors and their meanings:

• Yellow tags: Commonly seen for core merchandise.
• Green tags: Typically used for produce.
• White and red combination tags: Indicate items available for a limited time.
• Blue tags: Identify seasonal favorites.
• Solid red tags on meat: Indicate that the product will expire soon.

Aldi’s Commitment to Low Prices

Aldi is well-known for its competitive pricing, with shoppers often discovering significant savings. One shopper who conducted a side-by-side grocery comparison between Aldi and Walmart reported saving around $25 at Aldi.

In exciting news, Aldi also announced this week that it is offering the “lowest-priced” Thanksgiving meal deal it has had in five years, priced at just $47.