Did Amazon and Flipkart sell fake and duplicate products? Steps to recognize fake product

What’s worth noting is that this product is a part of the “Fulfilled by Amazon” program, which means that it is being warehoused with Amazon India, and delivered by them. Given that fake goods are being sold online, and brands are warning consumers against purchasing products online (details here), the fact that a product is being Fulfilled by Amazon would make a consumer more confident about purchasing it.

Three things you can check at a preliminary level.
Step 1: Take a closer look
Imitations of original products are very cleverly designed. At first glance they may seem exactly like the real thing. So, take time to study the product carefully, peruse the product description, and look for the brand name, the logotype, and other design cues that seem amiss.

Step 2: Cheaper priced products might mean fake products
Be alert. Compare the price against what is offered by other sellers, and cross-check on specifics like size, weight and dimensions. In India, pricing is a prime factor that drives purchase decisions. Scam sters know their psychology. So, if you stumble across a familiar branded product selling at an unbelievable discount, don’t your lips yet.

Step 3: Seller Rating and Product Review
Always buy from a seller with most positive reviews. In the case of product reviews on Flipkart, always look for Certified Buyer reviews as these have been contributed by verified buyers of the product.While many might argue the credibility of a product rating or review, this is an undeniable source of authoritative information to judge the authenticity of a product.

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