Counterfeit electronic products worth HK$1.3 million seized in Hong Kong in joint operation
Another US$1.1 million of fake mobile devices and chargers intercepted in US
About 200 parcels mailed from the mainland to the United States carrying counterfeit electronic products were intercepted in a three-day joint operation mounted by Hong Kong Customs and United States authorities.
In Hong Kong, about 1,300 fakes including mobile phones, tablet computers and chargers were confiscated in 54 parcels totalling an estimated street value of HK$1.3 million, the Customs and Excise Department said.
The US authorities intercepted 140 shipments and confiscated fake electronic products that could be sold for US$1.1 million there during the operation conducted between November 15 and 17 last year.
It is understood some of the parcels intercepted in the United States were confiscated based on intelligence from Hong Kong customs officials.
It is possible smugglers believe goods from Hong Kong will receive less scrutiny in the US
Initial investigation showed the fake products were mailed from the mainland and destined for the US via Hong Kong, a source said.