New Labubu Authenticity Checklist Protects Collectors from Fakes

A comprehensive authenticity checklist for Labubu collectors lays out the most reliable checks used by experienced collectors to separate genuine Pop Mart releases from counterfeits. The guidance focuses on measurable details collectors can confirm before buying, and it stresses the need to combine checks because counterfeiters have grown more sophisticated.

Buy from official Pop Mart channels or authorized retailers whenever possible. Official store pages and verified retail partners offer the cleanest provenance, and purchases through them reduce the need for extensive verification afterwards. When buying outside those channels verify the seller and request close photos of key details.

Packaging quality is a primary indicator. Authentic Labubu boxes typically feature matte, high quality printing. Boxes that show glossy or blurry print, printing mistakes, or misspellings are red flags. Inspect seals and box condition and request photos that clearly show seams and any security label.

Use the QR code verification on the box. Genuine products normally include a QR code that links to Pop Mart verification pages, so verify the destination URL rather than assuming the code is valid. Cross check any serial or verification codes visible on the packaging.

Inspect the figure itself. Authentic Labubu dolls consistently have nine teeth. An uneven tooth count or sloppy paint work around the mouth is a common sign of a fake. Request close photos of the teeth and the face when assessing secondhand offers.

Look for foot stamps and hidden security marks. Many authentic releases have a clear Pop Mart logo on the sole and UV reactive stamps or other series specific marks that show under a blacklight. Bring a small blacklight to swaps and meetups or ask for photos taken under UV light.

Compare labels and tags for font, material, and the exact wording, including the "THE MONSTERS" marking that appears on many releases. When buying secondhand request detailed photos of teeth, feet, QR code, tags, and the box seal, then cross check the visible serial and verification codes.

Community verification remains valuable. Share photos with established collector groups for an extra pair of experienced eyes. Verify every point rather than relying on a single check, because combining packaging, code, figure and tag verification gives the best protection against increasingly convincing counterfeits.