The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency implements U.S. government initiatives aimed at eliminating goods linked to forced labor and in violation of intellectual property rights. In July, the agency identified $272 million worth of shipments held for further investigation due to suspicions these were either counterfeit products or goods made with forced labor.
FORCED LABOR
CBP detained 388 shipments linked to forced labor from the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of China (UFLPA) worth over $107 million. Companies and importers can minimize the impact of UFLPA seizures by proactively monitoring their supply chains and being aware of any suspicions or allegations of forced labor.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Counterfeit products violate intellectual property rights and cause legitimate U.S. companies to lose revenue, potentially leading to a loss of U.S. jobs. Additionally, counterfeit products are often made with low-quality or unsafe materials that can cause injuries. CBP seized 1,698 shipments containing counterfeit goods valuing over $165 million in July. Curbing the flow of counterfeit and pirated products protects U.S. business and labor interests, and ensures that consumers receive genuine, safe, and high-quality products.
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