Labubu Macaron V1 Real vs Fake Guide (2025 Updated) | TOYSEZ Lab
🛡️ TAL OFFICIAL LAB REPORT #V1-001
Authentication Verdict: To verify a Labubu V1 Exciting Macaron, the TOYSEZ Authentication Lab (TAL) mandates a 3-tier check: exactly 9 integrated teeth, a matte vinyl finish with 365nm UV orange fluorescence on the nose, and "First Query" verification on official popmart.com domains.
This TAL report is dynamically updated to track the evolution of "Super Fakes."
Labubu V1 Real vs. Fake: The Definitive TAL Authentication Guide
Welcome to the official TAL (TOYSEZ Authentication Lab) intelligence report. As part of our mission to build the world’s most authoritative designer toy database, this guide provides a forensic breakdown of the Labubu Exciting Macaron V1 series. Every detail here is verified through our internal consignment security protocols.
- [Current] Brand transition to TAL (Authentication Lab).
- [Jan 2025] Added: 365nm UV wavelength specific fluorescence data.
- [Dec 2024] Added: Phishing domain registry (Fake Pop Mart sites).
TAL Verification Matrix
| Detection Zone | TAL Certified (Authentic) | Counterfeit Warning |
|---|---|---|
| Digital DNA | First Query on official Pop Mart servers. | Multiple queries or .xyz / .vip domains. |
| Anatomy | 9 teeth; seamless molding. | 8 teeth or sloppy paint gaps. |
| Materials | Non-shedding fibers; Chocolate scent. | High shedding; Pungent chemical smell. |
| UV Signature | Strong Orange glow on nose (365nm). | Dull purple reflection or no glow. |
Phase 1: Digital Forensics & Scams
The TAL methodology begins with the digital signature. Counterfeiters often mirror the official Pop Mart site to trick collectors.
- Verify the Domain: Authentic verification only happens at m-gss.popmart.com. If your scan redirects to a suspicious URL, the item is a fake.
- Query Count Intelligence: A TAL-verified new item must show a query count of "1". A higher number indicates the security code has been cloned.
Phase 2: The TAL "9-Teeth" Integrated Mold Rule
Our lab analysis of the Labubu V1 vinyl face shows a specific production technique. The 9 teeth are not painted on; they are part of a seamless mold. In many replicas, we find paint bleeding or asymmetric spacing where the teeth meet the blue gum line—a major red flag in our detection process.
Phase 3: Material Science & Scent Profiles
Authentic Labubu Macarons are produced using food-grade materials and high-density synthetic fibers.
- The Shedding Test: TAL experts pull fur fibers to check root stability. Replicas typically fail this, as their fur is poorly glued rather than woven.
- Olfactory Detection: Genuine V1s emit a subtle creamy chocolate scent. Fakes are characterized by industrial VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) that smell like strong plastic.
Phase 4: 365nm UV Light Inspection
In our latest TAL lab update, we've standardized the use of 365nm UV flashlights. Under this specific wavelength:
- Nose: Must exhibit a bright, distinct orange glow.
- Foot Stamp: Newer authentic batches contain a hidden fluorescent silhouette that remains sharp under UV. Blurry or non-reactive stamps are indicative of fakes.
Verified by TAL (TOYSEZ Authentication Lab)
Help us maintain the global standard. If you discover a new variation of a fake, please submit your data to lab@toysez.com for lab review.
REPORT ID: TAL-V1-001
