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Record Number of Counterfeit Goods Seized in EU
A record number of counterfeit products were seized within the EU in 2023, largely due to the increase in online trade and the resulting challenges in border control.
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- What types of counterfeit products were most frequently seized?
- Counterfeit games were the most frequently seized items, followed by toys and CDs/DVDs. The authorities also noted a rise in seized packaging and labels, indicating that counterfeiting often takes place within the EU itself.
- What are the potential dangers of counterfeit products for consumers?
- The EU Commission warned consumers about the dangers of counterfeit products, highlighting potential health risks and safety hazards.
- What is the main factor contributing to the increase in counterfeit goods seizures?
- The significant increase in counterfeit seizures is attributed to the rise of online trade, with the majority of fake products now being shipped via postal services.
- What is the primary origin of counterfeit goods seized at the EU's external borders?
- More than half of the counterfeit goods seized at the EU's external borders originated from China (56%), followed by other Asian countries.
- What was significant about the number of counterfeit goods seized in the EU in 2023?
- In 2023, a record number of counterfeit goods were seized within the EU's internal market, exceeding the previous twelve years' totals.