Guide
How to tell if Pokémon packs or boxes have been resealed
Check the crimps at each end of a pack for messy or uneven sealing, look for glue, loose or wrinkled wrapping, and buy from shops that source factory sealed stock. For boxes, check the shrink wrap and any seals for signs of tampering.
Check the crimps at each end of a pack for messy or uneven sealing, look for glue, loose or wrinkled wrapping, and buy from shops that source factory sealed stock. For boxes, check the shrink wrap and any seals for signs of tampering.
Booster packs
- Crimps should be even and clean, not melted, glued or doubled
- Wrapping should be tight, not loose or crinkled around the edges
- Artwork and printing should match other packs from the same set
Boxes and ETBs
- Shrink wrap should be tight and neat, with consistent seams
- Look for signs the wrap has been cut and resealed with heat
- Weight and packaging details should match known genuine product
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