2 chapters across the catalog
UK border officials seized $4 million worth of counterfeit "Le Boo Boo" dolls, which were found to contain banned chemicals and choking hazards. Research by the Intellectual Property Office found that 75% of fake toys failed safety tests, yet cost remains the primary driver for consumers. The dolls are compared to past fads like Garbage Pail Kids and Furbies that were quickly cloned by overseas manufacturers.
Fingerlings Toy Counterfeits, Walmart Third-Party Seller Risks
The "Fingerlings" monkey toy has become the high-demand item of the 2017 holiday season, leading to a surge in counterfeit products sold through third-party vendors on Walmart.com. The manufacturer is suing over 150 companies for trademark infringement. Safety experts warn that these knockoffs bypass federal inspections and may contain toxic materials or posing choking hazards.
