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Counterfeiting of products poses significant challenges across various industries, leading to economic losses, compromised consumer safety, and brand reputation damage. Traditional methods of product authentication often fall short in effectively combating this issue due to their limitations in traceability and transparency. In response, emerging technologies like blockchain offer a promising solution by providing a decentralized, immutable ledger for recording transactions securely. This paper proposes a novel approach for fake product identification utilizing blockchain technology. The proposed system employs blockchain to create a transparent and tamper-proof record of the product life cycle, from manufacturing to distribution and eventual sale. Each product is assigned a unique digital identity, recorded on the blockchain along with relevant information such as production details, supply chain journey, and authentication checkpoints. Smart contracts are utilized to automate verification processes, enabling seamless tracking and authentication at every stage of the product's journey. Furthermore, the system integrates various authentication mechanisms, such as QR codes, NFC tags, or RFID chips, to facilitate easy and secure verification by consumers and stakeholders. These physical identifiers are linked to the corresponding digital records on the blockchain, allowing instant validation of product authenticity using a smartphone or dedicated scanning device. In conclusion, the integration of blockchain technology for fake product identification represents a promising approach to address the growing threat of counterfeiting. By establishing a decentralized and transparent ecosystem, this solution offers a robust mechanism for ensuring product authenticity, thereby benefiting consumers, businesses, and society as a whole.