An estimated 15-20% of TCG products sold online are counterfeit. Global counterfeit seizures in the TCG category increased 35% in 2024. Japanese products are targeted specifically because the supply is smaller and the margin between legitimate and fake pricing is highest. You need to know where fakes cluster, how to spot them, and which sellers to avoid entirely. Where Counterfeits Are Most Common AliExpress The vast majority of online counterfeits come through AliExpress. Th