Fake Labubu dolls surface under name 'Lafufu'
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Images via Pop Mart As soon as a new trend becomes popular, it doesn't matter whether it's a TikTok dance, a new fashion, or the hottest toy on the
Labubu, the quirky, wide-eyed monster collectibles from Pop Mart have taken over toy shelves, TikTok feeds and keychains.
Known as the “Lafufu,” these counterfeit plush figures and keychains pose a choking hazard to children. The dolls are small enough to be swallowed and can easily break apart, releasing small pieces that can block a child’s airway.
The Labubu craze has led to a counterfeit market. Some knockoffs have been labeled as dangerous. Labubu dolls are the latest toy craze to captivate adults and children alike. Although Chinese distributor Pop Mart bought Labubu’s IP in 2019,
A USA TODAY reporter bought Lafufus online and found some differences in quality, including the number of teeth and chips of paint missing.
Summary: The keyword “lafufu” has been making waves online, catching the curiosity of thousands. But what exactly is lafufu? Is it a trend, a persona, a
Labubu, a Chinese collectible that is all the rage, is a line of plush toys that are sold exclusively through the online store Pop Mart.