Pokemon Krispy Kreme Boxes Are Being Listed For Ridiculous Sums Of Money
The Pokémon Company is celebrating the franchise’s 30th anniversary with special promotions throughout the year, including a collaboration with Krispy Kreme. The limited-edition doughnut boxes feature popular Pokémon characters including Pikachu, Charmander, and Jigglypuff, making them attractive to collectors.
However, the promotion has attracted resellers looking to profit from the collaboration. On eBay, numerous listings have appeared for the Krispy Kreme boxes, with asking prices ranging dramatically—from around $100 per box to one listing requesting $25,000. Many of these listings are for empty boxes, as the doughnuts themselves have been consumed, yet sellers are hoping to capitalize on demand for the collectible packaging featuring Pokémon imagery.
The phenomenon reflects a broader trend of merchandise speculation, where limited-edition items tied to popular franchises command inflated secondary market prices. While most listings are likely aspirational, the resale market demonstrates the enduring appeal of Pokémon merchandise and the franchise’s cultural significance after three decades.