[Green Circle Talks Cross-Border] In 2022, the EU seized 86 million counterfeit goods worth more than €2 billion.

According to a joint report by the European Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) and the European Commission, in 2022, the EU seized about 86 million counterfeit goods in the border and internal markets, with a total value of more than €2 billion, an increase of about 3% from 2021.The main goods seized included games, packaging materials, toys, cigarettes and recorded CDs/DVDs, which accounted for a total of more than 72%. Although the number of goods seized at the border decreased by 43%, their value increased by 11%, with the main countries of origin being China, Turkey and Hong Kong, China. The report is intended to help develop effective countermeasures against infringement.

Main Summary:

1. Number of counterfeit goodsThe value of the products is more than 2 billion euros: 86 million pieces.
2. Main commodities: Games, packaging materials, toys, cigarettes, CD/DVD.
3. Country of origin: China, Turkey, Hong Kong, China.
4. Report Objectives: Support the development of an anti-infringement policy.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the IP infringement problem based on data from the EU member states in 2022, helping relevant organizations to develop effective policies and measures.