Customs Kiel raises the alarm: 3.3 million fake products secured!

Customs Kiel raises the alarm: 3.3 million fake products secured!

The main customs office of Kiel has published alarming numbers: In 2023, over 3.32 million fake goods worth more than 202 million euros were confiscated. This measure is part of the fight against brand and product piracy to protect European markets from harmful imitations. Gabriele or, spokeswoman for the main customs office, emphasizes the importance of these actions for the rights holder of intellectual property and warns that the safety of these “bargains” is often very questionable.

The fake products range from branded clothing to technical articles such as computer components and machines. The customs works closely with the central office of commercial legal protection, which forms the central point of contact for all questions about brands, patents and flavors. The aim is to monitor international goods traffic and support the rights of companies.