Sellers may not deny knowledge of, or responsibility for, the authenticity or legality of the items offered in their listings. Sellers should take steps to ensure their items are authentic before listing them on eBay. If a seller cannot verify the authenticity of an item, they are not permitted to list it.
Violations of this policy may result in a range of actions, including:
Limits on account privileges
Forfeit of eBay fees on cancelled listings
Loss of PowerSeller status
The following statements violate this policy:
"I cannot guarantee the authenticity of this item, so please bid accordingly."
"Vintage Handbag Chanel???"
“Looks like it could be a Louis Vuitton bag.”
“I believe this is painted by Degas, but can’t be sure.”
Members may be able to find out from the manufacturer or trademark owner if an item is authentic. See related Rights Owner About Me pages.
Why does eBay have this policy?
The sale of unauthorised replicas is illegal, as well as against eBay policy. Sellers who are unsure of the legality or authenticity of their items should not be selling them on eBay. This policy helps protect buyers from purchasing counterfeit or fraudulent items, helps protect intellectual property Rights Owners against infringement and helps create a safer marketplace.
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