Does Mercari sell fake items?

Mercari has strategies to ensure normal items are safely delivered to the buyer, but in the event that a user purchases counterfeit or defective goods, they are also eligible for a return or compensation.

Should I trust Mercari?

To recap, Mercari itself is totally legitimate, but it can’t guarantee the safety of the transactions that go on there. You will have to use common sense. If you find a listing for the latest iPhone, and it’s selling for only $50, then you should be skeptical.

Is everything on Mercari real?

Now, there’s no doubt, Mercari is indeed a legit reseller platform. The question, though, has evolved to: “Are there buyer scammers on Mercari?” And the answer to that is consistent with other platforms – from old-time players like eBay and Amazon to currently popular ones like Poshmark – YES.

Why is Mercari cheaper?

Mercari charges only a 10% commission on the item price and has zero listing fees. This fact is why they are cheaper than eBay.

Does Mercari give refunds if scammed?

If an item received is not as described in the listing, the buyer may request a full refund within 3 days of receipt of the item. To keep you safe, we ask that all transactions take place in the app. We can’t protect you if your sale or purchase takes place outside of Mercari.

Is Mercari a Chinese company?

Mercari, Inc. (TYO: 4385) is a Japanese e-commerce company founded in 2013, with offices in the United States.