CCA GuaranteeGuarantee
Our commitment to integrity is backed by the industry's most comprehensive authenticity and grade guarantee for TCG and Pokémon collectors.
The Promise.
The CCA Authenticity and Grade Guarantee is fundamental to our reputation. It is our assurance that we stand behind our opinions as to the authenticity and grade of each Pokémon and TCG item we encapsulate. If CCA concludes that a card fails our authenticity standards or was erroneously awarded an inaccurate grade, we provide industry-leading remedies to protect your investment.
Guarantee Remedies.
Market Buyback
CCA will buy the applicable card outright from the current owner at its current market value, determined by verifiable recent prices realized for the assigned grade.
Value Difference
If we assign a lower revised grade, we will refund the difference between the market value at the erroneous grade and the revised grade, returning the card to you.
Per Card Cap
$250,000
Maximum per claim
Lifetime Cap
$500,000
Maximum per person
Exclusivity
TCG ONLY
Pokemon & Trading Cards
Vetting
REQUIRED
Background verification
Fraud & Abuse Prevention
CCA reserves the right to investigate relationships between claimants and original submitters. We may require attestation agreements and background checks to confirm eligibility. Any fraudulent claims will result in immediate termination of all CCA account privileges and restriction from future services.
Market Value Determination
Current market value is determined solely by CCA based on verifiable recent prices realized across approved marketplaces. We do not accept anecdotal evidence or unverified "asking prices." A valid proof-of-purchase must be provided as part of the valuation process.
Guarantee Exceptions.
Original Submitter
The Guarantee cannot be utilized by the original submitter of the item.
Mechanical Errors
Does not apply to clerical errors (typos) on the label regarding date, set, or variation.
Removed from Holder
Void if the card has been removed from the CCA tamper-evident holder.
Evidence of Tampering
Void if the holder or label shows evidence of fraud, shaking, or slamming.
Environmental Damage
Does not cover damage from improper storage, sunlight exposure, fire, or water.
Manufacturer Defects
Excludes factory errors like ink chipping on metal cards (e.g. Celebrations UPC).
Legal Venue
This Guarantee shall be construed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of California. Any legal action arising under this Guarantee shall be brought exclusively in the courts of Orange County, California.