Labubu from Pop Mart has quickly become a collector's favorite worldwide, including in Sweden. Unfortunately, its success has also led to copycats like the Lafufu being proliferated in the market. These pirated copies may seem similar at first glance - but there are clear differences. Here we show how you can easily recognize one genuine Labubu.
1. The packaging reveals a lot
Genuine Labubu: Clear and crisp print quality, clear Pop Mart logo, correct spelling.
Fake Lafufu: Blurred print, misspelled words, faded colors.
2. QR code for verification
Genuine Labubu: Has a QR code on the box or tag that leads to Pop Mart's official verification page.
Fake: The QR code does not work or leads to an unknown domain.
3. Quality of the figure
Genuine Labubu: Smooth details, clean lines, high quality vinyl (PVC/ABS).
Fake: Visible seams, uneven shapes, cheap plastic material.
4. Check the bag - so you can see if your Labubu is genuine
When you buy Labubu from Pop Mart is the packaging an important clue to whether the figure is real or fake.
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Previous Batches: Foil bags that tear open to open.
- Newer batches: Tie bags of high quality with Pop Mart logo and correct pattern.
One genuine Pop Mart figure always comes in a factory sealed bag. If the bag is open, damaged or has an unusual appearance, it may be a sign that the figure is one copy.
5. Use UV light on right foot (newer figures)
A hidden UV mark in the form of a silhouette should appear under the foot. This applies to Labubu Big into Energy and newer versions.
How to spot a fake Labubu?
- Poor quality of painting and details
- No QR code, or QR that doesn't link to Popmart.com
- Scratch code missing or already used
- No UV mark under the foot
- Cheap or incorrect packaging (wrong colors, unclear print, wrong font)
Tips for those who collect figurines:
- Always buy from sources you trust, who can document that the products are genuine.
- Preferably choose Swedish stores with stock in Sweden - then you avoid customs duty, get fast delivery and are better protected against fraud.
- At Tinko.se, we ship directly from our warehouse in Örnsköldsvik, and all figures come in original sealed packaging.
- Save the box, bag and trading card to retain the figure's value.
- Follow Pop Mart's official channels for information on new batches and production changes.
