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HK Customs Seizes $4.6M in Counterfeit Goods During Holiday Crackdown

12/24/2025

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Hong Kong Customs intercepted over 83,000 counterfeit items valued at HK$36 million (US$4.62 million) during a crackdown from December 8 to 19, targeting criminals exploiting the holiday season to smuggle illicit goods to Europe and the Americas.
Authorities reported 28 cases involving fake luxury products aimed at high-spending markets.
Senior Investigation Officer Lin Kwan-yiu warned that syndicates use high-quality counterfeits to mimic brands, exploiting year-end logistics.

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Hong Kong Customs intercepted over 83,000 counterfeit items valued at HK$36 million (US$4.62 million) during a crackdown from December 8 to 19, targeting criminals exploiting the holiday season to smuggle illicit goods to Europe and the Americas.
Authorities reported 28 cases involving fake luxury products aimed at high-spending markets.
Senior Investigation Officer Lin Kwan-yiu warned that syndicates use high-quality counterfeits to mimic brands, exploiting year-end logistics.