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MOST

Make the

Membership

Your

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STRONG VALUES

Since day one we have had an unwavering commitment

to doing the right thing for our members, our

employees, our suppliers and our communities. Today,

we’re a bit bigger, but our values remain the same.

From selecting premium merchandise and services to

negotiating exclusive extras, our goal is to always offer

exceptional savings to our members. We’re dedicated

to providing quality products and services at an

incredible value.

Other retailers might pocket those extra savings, but

Costco is different – any penny we can save, we pass

on to you.

SURPRISING VARIETY

You’ll appreciate the

quality and value of the

products and services you

find at Costco. That’s our

promise to you. If we fail

to deliver on that promise,

we’ll refund your money.

It’s that simple.

Departments and product selection may vary by location.

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Apparel

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Appliances

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Automotive

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Baby

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Bakery

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Bed & Bath

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Books & DVDs

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Cleaning Supplies

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Deli

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Electronics

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Floral

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Furniture

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Gasoline

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Gift Cards & Tickets

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Health & Beauty

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Hearing Aids

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Home Furnishings

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Housewares

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Jewelry

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Lawn & Garden

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Meat

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Office Supplies

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Optical

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Pet Care

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Pharmacy

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Photo Center

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Produce

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Sports Equipment

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Toys & Games

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Wine, Beer & Spirits

Value, Variety

& a Vow to Wow

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REWARD

(up to $1,000)

on qualified

Costco purchases.

Executive Annual 2%

Reward Certificate:

Look for it in your annual

renewal statement from Costco.

Earn Twice!

Maximize your rewards with

Executive Membership

Earn an annual 2% Reward, plus receive additional benefits

and discounts on many Costco Services. Upgrade today!

A Costco membership is $60 a year. An Executive Membership is an additional $60 upgrade fee per year for Gold Star and

Business Members. Each membership includes one free Household Card. Please include sales tax in all applicable states.

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erms, conditions and exclusions apply to the 2% Reward and Executive Membership benefits. See the membership

counter or Costco.com for details. We will refund your membership fee in full at any time if you are dissatisfied.

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CASH BACK

on Costco purchases in warehouse

or online. Costco Gas and Travel

purchases earn more!

CASH BACK

ON ALL OTHER

PURCHASES

CASH BACK

ON ELIGIBLE GAS

WORLDWIDE,

including gas at Costco,

for the first $7,000 per year

and then 1% thereafter

CASH BACK ON

RESTAURANT AND

ELIGIBLE TRAVEL

PURCHASES

WORLDWIDE

Credit Card

Reward Certificate:

Look for it from Citi once your

February billing statement closes.

both cards

Costco Anywhere Visa

Card by Citi

Purchase with this card to earn cash back rewards

anywhere Visa is accepted.

†

Apply at Costco or Citi.com/CostcoAnywhere.

† Additional terms and conditions apply. Ask for details. Cash back rewards are provided as an annual credit card reward

certificate once your February billing statement from Citi closes and is redeemable at U.S. Costco warehouses including

Puerto Rico.

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Electronics

Fine Jewelry

Fine Wine

Entertaining

Unexpected Savings

A TREASURE HUNT OF VALUES

If you’ve ever spoken with a Costco member,

you’ve probably heard them brag about their latest

find at our warehouse. We call those treasure hunt

items, and they’re offered in various departments

throughout the year.

ELECTRONICS

Our electronics department offers cutting-edge

technology from top brands, including Samsung, VIZIO,

LG, HP, Dell, Nikon, Canon, Bose and Apple.

Thinking of buying a TV, computer or other electronic

product? You can’t go wrong when you buy it at

Costco. In addition to added features, we also offer

free technical support and setup help through

Costco Concierge Services.

We also extend the manufacturer’s warranty on

televisions, tuner-free displays, projectors, computers

and major appliances to two years from the date of

purchase. For more information, call toll free

1-866-861-0450, 5 a.m. – 10 p.m. (PT) 7 days a week,

excluding holidays.

* Excludes touchscreen tablets

LUXURY

From diamond jewelry to designer apparel, our buyers

are always on the lookout for products with that

certain “wow” factor.

You’ll find cashmere sweaters, high-thread-count linens,

stylish home furnishings and fine wine from around

the world – all at Costco prices.

Product selection may vary by location.

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GET A TASTE OF WHAT EVERYONE’S

BEEN TALKING ABOUT.

Why do many of the country’s top chefs buy their

fresh ingredients at Costco? Because they know

they’ll get the highest quality at a terrific value.

We are known for our steaks: Visit our meat

department for the freshest cuts of USDA Choice

and USDA Prime beef, Grade-A poultry, USDA #1

pork, Australian lamb, and a wide selection of

farmed and seasonal wild seafood. We’re sure

you’ll see and taste the quality difference.

We’re also proud to offer only the finest-quality fruit

and vegetables, delivered to us six days a week for a

freshness that can’t be beat.

And, did you know Costco produces fresh-baked

goods every day, right in the warehouse? Enjoy

muffins, breads, pies, custom-decorated cakes and

more – all made with the finest ingredients.

ORGANIC & HEALTHY CHOICES

You don’t have to shop at specialty stores to get

high-quality organic items.

From produce to meat, and even vitamins, we have

the latest organic items you want, at Costco prices.

We also have a selection of healthy foods, including

reduced-calorie snacks, whole grain baked goods,

gluten-free items and trans-fat-free choices.

You’ll feel good about shopping at Costco.

A Fresh Approach

Fresh

Bakery

Deli

Produce

USDA Choice Beef

USDA Prime Beef

Organic

Baby Formula

Coffee

Meat

Milk

Produce

Organic selection

may vary by location.

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Costco Services

Home

Bottled Water Delivery

Costco Auto Program

Parts & Service Discount

Motorcycles &

Powersports

Identity Protection

Mortgage: Purchase

& Refinancing

Life

Auto & Home Insurance*

Individual Family

Dental Plans*

Life Insurance*

* Insurance available in

select states

Business

Business Health

Insurance Marketplace*

Business & Personal

Checks, Forms &

Accessories

Business Phone Services

Payment Processing

Vision Insurance for

Your Business*

* Insurance available in

select states

Get the latest on all Costco Services.

Visit Costco.com/Services

THINK COSTCO FIRST

Costco has teamed up with select providers to

negotiate exclusive value for Costco members.

Make the most of your membership and take

advantage of significant savings on services.

Pick up a

My Costco Services

guide the next

time you shop at Costco. Or, view online at

Costco.com/Services.

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Kirkland Signature

™

Most Popular

Kirkland Signature

Products

Bath Tissue

Dish Detergent

Facial Tissue

Free & Clear Laundry

Detergent

Lamb & Rice

Formula Dog Food

Men’s Non-Iron

Dress Shirt

Paper Towels

Premium Drinking Water

Vitamins

Product selection may

vary by location.

OUR EXCLUSIVE PRIVATE LABEL

Costco’s exclusive Kirkland Signature label isn’t just

a house brand – it’s one of the best reasons to join

Costco. We have received numerous accolades on

everything from our Kirkland Signature cereal and

olive oil to dress shirts and even vitamins. Yet, our

high-quality items are still priced lower than brand-

name equivalents, often more than 20 percent less.

How do we do it? In 1995 Costco began the

Kirkland Signature line after recognizing a need for

better quality goods at a greater value. Our mission

was simple: Create an item of the same – or better

– quality than the leading brand at a lower price,

and do so by controlling every element of the item’s

creation, including packaging and transportation.

The end result: Kirkland Signature products are

incredible quality goods at simply excellent prices.

Take the Costco challenge: Compare any

Kirkland Signature product with its brand-name

counterpart, and you’ll see why so many Costco

members rave about their purchases.

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Improves Performance

Restores Fuel Economy

Reduces Emissions

Protects Fuel Injectors

and Intake Valves

Kirkland Signature

™

Gasoline

DIFFERENT FROM THE REST

Our Kirkland Signature Gasoline has been certified

to meet TOP TIER

™

performance standards, and is

available in both regular and premium grades. High

quality fuel at the lowest possible price – it’s another

benefit of a Costco membership.

At Costco Gas Stations you can expect:

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Consistently low prices

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5x EPA required deposit control additive

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Clean and safe surroundings

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A safety-certified Costco attendant

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The latest in environmental protection

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Long hoses to fill up from either side of your car

GET REWARDED

Now when you fuel up at Costco and use the

Costco Anywhere Visa

Card by Citi, you’ll

reap the rewards for your engine and earn

4% cash back rewards.

* See page 5 for details.

CASH BACK ON

ELIGIBLE GAS

WORLDWIDE,

INCLUDING GAS

AT COSTCO,

for the first $7,000 per

year and then

1% thereafter

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Health & Wellness

Executive Members

earn an annual

2% Reward

(up to

$1,000) on qualified

Costco purchases,

including health and

wellness products,

and prescriptions.

Terms, conditions and

exclusions apply. See the

membership counter for details.

A PRESCRIPTION FOR SAVINGS

At Costco, we believe in helping you save money

on everything you buy – including the things that

keep you healthy.

Costco’s Health & Wellness departments follow the

same low-price/high-volume model as the rest of

the warehouse. We tightly control costs to pass the

savings on to you.

Products and departments may vary by location.

OPTICAL

You can feel confident that you are receiving

the best possible care when visiting Costco Optical.

Our optical department features:

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Knowledgeable staff

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Designer frames and sunglasses

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Kirkland Signature

™

HD progressive lenses

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Contact lenses (also available online)

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Most vision insurance plans accepted

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Complimentary cleaning and adjustments

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PHARMACY

Our pharmacies often make the news for having the

lowest prices around.

Benefits of Costco Pharmacy include:

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As a Costco member you can enroll in the

FREE

Costco Member Prescription Program that provides

big savings on our already low prices.

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Costco Pharmacy offers hundreds of generic drugs

priced at less than $10 for a 90-day supply.

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FREE

health screening programs monitor heart health,

diabetes and bone density. To find a screening in your

area, visit Costco.com and search Health Fairs.

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Immunization services, at low Costco prices, are

available at Costco Pharmacies. Check with your

local Costco Pharmacy as immunizations vary

by state. Age restrictions may apply.

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Fantastic savings on select pet medications.

* Costco members and their dependents who have no prescription insurance are

eligible. They also may join and use the program for medications that are not

covered by their insurance. The program CANNOT be used by those who are

enrolled for state or federally funded programs such as Medicare or Medicaid.

HEARING AIDS

Costco Hearing Aid Center offers the latest in premium

hearing aid technology, at the value everyone expects

from Costco.

Our Hearing Aid Center offers:

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The latest in

Bluetooth

®*

capable digital hearing aids

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State-of-the-art hearing aids and accessories from

major hearing aid suppliers

•

Free hearing tests

and follow-up appointments

* The Bluetooth

word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

and any use of such marks by Costco is under license.

** Test is to determine if you could be helped by a hearing aid.

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Travel

Hotels

Rental Cars

Vacation Packages

Cruises

Theme Park Packages

Guided Vacations

And More!

PLACES TO GO.

VALUE YOU’LL LOVE.

Like everything you purchase at Costco, travel

offerings are carefully selected by our skilled travel

buyers based on exceptional quality and value.

Products include vacation packages, cruises, rental

cars, hotels, theme park packages and guided

vacations. Plus, select products feature a special

benefit for Costco Executive Members.

In addition, travel purchases now qualify for the

Executive Membership annual 2% Reward.

That’s

adding even more value to your vacation!

Dedicated Costco employees, who are trained travel

professionals, expertly advise you to ensure you

receive the quality, value and experience you expect

as a Costco member.

When you’re ready to pay, use your Costco Anywhere

Visa

Card by Citi to earn 3% cash back rewards.

To plan and book your dream vacation, pick up a

Warehouse Travel Booklet in any U.S. Costco warehouse,

call 1-877-849-2730 or click Travel at Costco.com.

** See page 5 for details.

CASH BACK ON

RESTAURANT AND

ELIGIBLE TRAVEL

PURCHASES

WORLDWIDE

*Earn a 2% Reward (up to $1,000) on qualified Costco purchases, which

will be applied after travel is completed. Annual 2% Reward certificate

for Executive Members is sent by Costco at membership renewal. Terms,

conditions and exclusions apply. See the membership counter or Costco.

com for details.

**Costco Anywhere Visa

Card by Citi – Earn 3% cash back rewards on Costco

Travel purchases. Subject to credit approval on the Costco Anywhere

Visa Card by Citi. Additional terms and conditions apply. Ask for details.

Cash back will be provided as an annual reward certificate once your

February billing statement from Citi closes and is redeemable for cash

or merchandise at U.S. Costco warehouses including Puerto Rico, until

December 31 of the year issued. Apply today at Costco, or visit Citi.com/

CostcoAnywhere

Costco Travel is available to Costco members residing in the United

States. Costco Travel is registered as a seller of travel in each of the

states listed: California registration number: CST 2054248-50 ∙ Florida

registration number: ST 32555 ∙ Hawaii registration number: TAR 5595 ∙

Iowa registration number: TA 620 ∙ Washington registration number: WST

602042600. Registration as a California Seller of Travel does not constitute

approval by the state.

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PACIFIC RESORT RAROTONGA

Cook Islands

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Sensible Sizes

Apparel

Appliances

Beauty Products

Beverages

Flowers

Gift Cards

Ready-to-bake Entrees

Single-serve Snacks

Product selection may

vary by location.

WE FIT YOUR LIFESTYLE.

Although many of our members love saving money

by buying in bulk, you don’t need a big family to enjoy

all the value Costco has to offer.

We sell many items the same way as any other retailer –

but with the additional value Costco is known for.

At Costco, you’ll save on designer apparel, electronics,

tires, home décor, books, snacks, jewelry, gasoline,

seasonal items and more.

While many of our products do come in multipacks,

our smart packaging lets you use what you need and

save the rest for later.

For example, our fresh, boneless, skinless chicken

breasts are a huge value. They are vacuum-sealed in

two-breast packs, so you can freeze the entire package

and thaw only as much as you need at each meal.

Whenever possible, we try to reduce the quantity of

product packaging, which saves resources and helps

keep prices low.

So, even if your household is small, you’ll still enjoy

big savings as a Costco member.

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Additional Savings

Save on automotive,

baby items, beauty, deli,

electronics, groceries,

housewares, vitamins

and more.

Enjoy offers from our

warehouses, Costco.com

and Costco Services

Access the Costco app

VALUES BY THE DOZEN

As if our fresh departments, quality guarantee and

member service weren’t reason enough to shop,

our legendary Costco savings books bring even

more value to your membership.

Several times a year, Costco members receive a

book (in their mailboxes and via the Costco app)

with thousands of dollars in additional savings.

Only members receive these special offers for

various products in the warehouses and online.

We offer members our lowest possible prices on

every item, every day. The additional savings we

are able to offer are a testament to the terrific

negotiating skills of our buyers.

Additional savings on the products you love –

one more reason to join Costco.

DIGITAL SAVINGS

Prefer to go paperless? Display the coupons

or create your shopping list on your smartphone

with the Costco app.

Download the Costco app

available for free on the

iTunes or Google Play app stores.

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Savings Beyond

the Warehouse Walls

Costco.com

Costco App

The Costco Connection

Seasonal

Special Events

COSTCO.COM

Shop Costco.com for an expanded selection of items

and categories including additional clothing sizes, local

theme park and attraction tickets, furniture, and more.

Plus, conveniently order with two delivery options

from CostcoGrocery. For speedy delivery in most

metropolitan areas and 2,000 products to choose

from including fresh items, place an order through

CostcoGrocery Same-Day Delivery powered by

Instacart. Or, try CostcoGrocery 2-Day Delivery for

nonperishable food and household supplies delivered

to your door.

THE COSTCO CONNECTION

Our magazine, available in print and online, has

enriching articles, interviews, reviews, and highlights

new items and special buys. Plus, our digital cookbook

includes dozens of tempting ideas and recipes using

Costco products. To view online, visit Costco.com or in

the Costco app, click More.

SEASONAL

Christmas items in August? Our “early in, early out”

philosophy means we offer timely merchandise as

efficiently as possible, including:

•

Holiday decorations & gifts

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Lawn and garden supplies

•

Back-to-school basics

•

Barbecues and outdoor accessories

SPECIAL EVENTS

Also known as roadshows, these events broaden the

selection of our high-end merchandise by presenting

selected items for a limited time, such as gemstone

jewelry, collegiate apparel, specialty cosmetics and

other items.

EXPLORING ST. LUCIA

CONCEPT-CAR COLLECTOR

COSTCO AND SUSTAINABILITY

The magazine for Costco members

April 2018 • Volume 33 • Number 4

THE

FUTURE

FARMING

How technology is

serving up the

food on your table

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Costco Business

Centers

Beverages

Candy & Snacks

Commercial Appliances

Disposables

Grocery

Janitorial

Office

Restaurant

Tobacco

Truckload & Pallet Sales

DISCOVER A DIFFERENT KIND

OF COSTCO

From business essentials to home use products, Costco

Business Center offers all Costco members a convenient

source for high-quality items. There are 17 locations in

major metropolitan areas across the U.S., and growing!

More than 70 percent of items are different than what

you’ll find at a traditional Costco, including more

product categories, and additional sizes and quantities.

Whether you manage an active family, a growing

company, or a busy entertaining schedule, you’ll find

what you need to ensure your home or business is well

stocked and running smoothly.

Walk in and shop or order online. Costco Business

Center is one more advantage to your membership.

For complete delivery information, to order online

or to learn more about hours and locations, visit

CostcoBusinessDelivery.com

Departments and product

selection may vary by location.

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100% RISK-FREE

SATISFACTION GUARANTEE

On Membership:

We will refund your membership fee in

full at any time if you are dissatisfied.

On Merchandise:

We guarantee your satisfaction on every

product we sell with a full refund.

If you ever have any questions about

your membership or about anything you

purchased at Costco, call our Member

Service Center at 1-800-774-2678, or visit

Costco.com and click Customer Service.

Product-specific limitations apply.

See the membership counter for details.

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