Watch out for potential safety risks associated with counterfeit or fake Labubu dolls—often called Lafufu’s—and keep these products away from young children.
Safety Hazards
Lafufu dolls may pose a safety risk to consumers, especially young children. Some Lafufu‘s are small enough to fit entirely within the mouth of a young child, while other versions may have detachable body parts such as eyes, feet and hands, and poor stitching, which may be a choking hazard. There have also been reports raising concerns that these products may contain unsafe levels of harmful chemicals, such as lead.
What are they?
Due to the increasing popularity of Labubu dolls, the availability of counterfeit or fake dolls, commonly known as Lafufu’s, are on the rise.
Lafufu’s are fake versions of authentic Pop Mart plush collectible Labubu dolls. The genuine Labubu dolls are characterised as quirky fang-toothed “monster elf” figures that are often worn as accessories on bags and personal items. Pop Mart supply various versions of Labubu dolls, including larger plush toys and smaller key-chain versions.
Image 1: A counterfeit Labubu doll, 'Lafufu'
Image 2: A genuine Labubu doll
How to recognise fake Labubu's
- Look out for small detachable parts (e.g. feet, hands and eyes).
- Check the quality of the materials, such as poor stitching or cheap fabrics used in the product.
- Compare with authentic features such as incorrect teeth counts (a real Labubu has exactly 9 teeth) or ears being too wide.
- Know your seller (counterfeits are often sold at a much lower price point) and inspect labels and packaging carefully.
If you are unsure, don’t buy them and keep them away from young children.