How To Find Authentic Labubu?

Labubu Squishmallows are highly collectible, but counterfeit versions ("Lafufus") flood the market. Here’s how to ensure you’re buying an authentic Labubu—and avoid scams.

🔍 7 Ways to Verify Authenticity

1. Buy from Official or Trusted Sellers

✅ Safe Places to Buy:

• Pop Mart’s official website/app (Pop Now)
• Authorized retailers (StockX, eBay verified sellers)
• Physical Pop Mart stores

❌ Avoid These Risky Platforms:

• Temu, AliExpress, TikTok Live (common for fakes)
• Facebook Marketplace, unverified eBay listings

More:  How to tell between real and fake Labubu?

2. Scan the QR Code (Must Match Pop Mart’s Site)

✔ Real Labubus have QR codes on the box AND the tag.
✔ Valid links:

•  https://m-gss.popmart.com

🚨 Fake Alert: If the QR code leads to a random site, it’s not authentic.

3. Check the Packaging

✅ Real Labubu Box Features:

• Matte finish (not glossy)
• Crisp Pop Mart logo (no typos like "Pob Mart")
• Silver-black foil inner bag

🚨 Fake Signs:

• Blurry printing
• Missing foil lining
• Spelling mistakes

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4. Examine the Labubu Figure

✅ Real Labubu Traits:

• 9 perfectly spaced teeth (aligned with the smile)
• Soft matte vinyl (peachy tones, not dull plastic)
• Clean paint lines (no smudges on eyes/nose)

🚨 Fake Signs:

• Uneven teeth
• Thick, sloppy paint
• Wrong colors

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5. Look for Hidden UV Stamp

✅ Authentic Labubus have:

• "Pop Mart" printed on the left foot
• A hidden UV silhouette stamp on the right foot (visible under UV light)

🚨 Fake Alert: No stamp? It’s a knockoff.

6. Price Check (Too Cheap = Fake)

💰 Real Labubu Price Range:

• $30–$60+ (for blind box figures)

🚨 Scam Alert:

• If it’s under $15–20, it’s 100% fake.

7. Compare with Real vs. Fake Guides

📸 Check Reddit threads (r/Squishmallow, r/PopMart) for side-by-side comparisons of real vs. fake Labubus.

🚨 Why Avoid Fake Labubus?

❌ No safety certifications (may contain harmful materials)
❌ Poor quality (paint chips, vinyl cracks)
❌ No resale value (collectors won’t buy fakes)

**✅ Quick Authenticity Checklist**

🌟 Final Advice

• Always buy from official stores.
• Scan QR codes before purchasing.
• Compare with real vs. fake guides.