About FTC Grading:
FTC Grading was built by collectors, for collectors.
After more than 20 years in the trading card space, we saw a gap between what grading companies offered and what collectors actually wanted. Rising fees, unnecessary upcharges, confusing standards, and a growing distance from the culture that made collecting special in the first place.
FTC exists to change that.
We believe grading should be transparent, affordable, and fair—with zero upcharging, clear expectations, and consistent results. Every card deserves the same respect, whether it’s a childhood favorite or a high-end centerpiece.
But FTC is about more than plastic and numbers.
At its core, collecting is about connection—the excitement of pulling a card, the pride of protecting it, and the nostalgia that brings out the inner child in all of us. Our mission is not just to preserve cards, but to preserve the culture that surrounds them.
No gatekeeping.
No inflated pricing.
No forgetting where this all started.
Just honest grading, built with integrity, and always For The Culture.
Pricing & Transparency
FTC Grading is built by collectors, for collectors. Our pricing is simple, upfront, and designed to eliminate surprise fees.
$13
$20
a card / 13 card minimum
Base Submission
Included:
13-Card Base Submission: $208
Includes grading, handling, inbound & return shipping, and supplies
A $39 shipping & supplies fee is included in the base price
a card / no card minimum
Local Drop Off Submission
Included:
Same-day turnaround available (up to 50 cards)
Available for local collectors by appointment (walk-ins welcome when availability allows)
Fastest Service we offer
Additional Services (Optional):
Limited availability • Subject to workload
+10
Additional Cards
Included:
Additional 10-Card Blocks: $130 per block
Applied to an existing submission
No additional shipping or supply fees
Additional 10 Card Block
Upcharging? Never.
No declared value upcharges
No value-based pricing tiers
No surprise fees after checkout
We at FTC Grading have never beielived in the upcharging business model, Our goal is transparency, fairness, and a collector-first experience — always.
*If a submission includes more cards than purchased, we will contact you to confirm applicable grading fees before grading begins.
