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Pack and box tamper checklist

Record warning signs without claiming final authentication.

Wrapper seams differ from documented originals Box shrink appears doubled or reheated Glue, tape or fibers show disturbance Pack count or configuration is inconsistent Loose packs came from an opened or partly sold box Seller guarantees a hit or unusually strong contents Weight or search history is undisclosed Codes, printing or language conflict with the listing Wear on wrapper and seal looks inconsistent Seller refuses detailed photos or provenance

Select only signs you can actually observe.

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