An Illinois federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction against Pop Mart Americas Inc., prohibiting the company from marketing certain figurines in its “Pucky” series that allegedly infringe upon Ty Inc.’s trademarks associated with Beanie Babies. This decision comes as the intellectual property dispute between the two companies progresses through the courts.
Ty Inc., renowned for its Beanie Babies line, filed a lawsuit in January 2026, accusing Pop Mart of trademark infringement, false designation of origin, and unfair competition. The complaint alleges that Pop Mart’s “Pucky” series figurines bear a striking resemblance to Ty’s Beanie Babies, potentially causing consumer confusion and diluting Ty’s brand. The lawsuit seeks damages and injunctive relief to prevent further sales of the contested products. ([business.cch.com](https://business.cch.com/ipld/TYPopMartAmericasComp20260115.pdf?utm_source=openai))
In response, Pop Mart has argued that its “Pucky” series is distinct and does not infringe upon Ty’s trademarks. However, the court’s recent ruling indicates that Ty has demonstrated a likelihood of success on the merits of its claims, leading to the issuance of the preliminary injunction.
This legal action is part of a broader trend of Pop Mart defending its intellectual property rights. In March 2026, Pop Mart filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against Shenzhen-based Bambu Lab, alleging that user-uploaded design files on Bambu Lab’s MakerWorld platform enabled the unauthorized 3D printing of Pop Mart’s popular “Labubu” character. The case is scheduled for a hearing in April 2026. ([manufactur3dmag.com](https://manufactur3dmag.com/pop-mart-sues-bambu-lab-labubu-copyright/?utm_source=openai))
Additionally, in July 2025, Pop Mart initiated legal proceedings against 7-Eleven and its franchisees, accusing them of selling counterfeit “Labubu” dolls that mimicked the original designs but were of inferior quality. The lawsuit highlighted defects such as improperly secured eyes and substandard stitching in the counterfeit products. ([gerbenlaw.com](https://www.gerbenlaw.com/blog/popmart-files-lawsuit-against-7-eleven-over-alleged-sale-of-counterfeit-labubu-dolls/?utm_source=openai))
The current injunction against Pop Mart underscores the importance of protecting intellectual property rights in the competitive toy industry. As the case between Ty Inc. and Pop Mart continues, the outcome may have significant implications for how companies navigate trademark disputes and safeguard their brand identities.