In a significant operation, Hong Kong Customs successfully seized approximately 4,000 items believed to be counterfeit goods. These items, which were intercepted at the Tuen Mun River Trade Terminal Customs Cargo Examination Compound, have an estimated market value of around $1.6 million.
The customs officers inspected a 40-foot container that had arrived in Hong Kong from Nansha, Guangdong. The container, declared to contain daily necessities, was selected for inspection based on risk assessment protocols. During the inspection, a large quantity of suspected counterfeit goods was discovered, including footwear, watches, clothes, and mobile phones.
The initial investigation suggests that these suspected counterfeit goods were likely intended for transshipment to overseas regions. This discovery highlights the ongoing challenge posed by counterfeit trading in global supply chains, emphasizing the need for customs and regulatory authorities to remain vigilant in detecting and intercepting such illegal activities.
