US CBP seized more than $425,000 in counterfeit products

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Rochester port of entry seized designer items for bearing counterfeit trademarks.

CBP officers inspected several shipments that contained multiple “designer” watches, shoes, handbags and jewelry. After a thorough examination of the merchandise, all the items were determined to be inauthentic and were seized for bearing counterfeit trademarks. Had these items been genuine, the total Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) value would be approximately $425,125 dollars.

“During the holiday season, we often see an increase in counterfeit goods entering the country, as criminals attempt to exploit the high demand for popular brands,” said Rochester Acting Port Director Philip Young. “Our officers identify and intercept these items to protect American consumers and businesses. This seizure demonstrates the critical role CBP plays in safeguarding the economy and ensuring shoppers receive authentic, high-quality products.”