EU Seizes Record 196M Counterfeit Goods Worth €6.3B in 2025

EUIPO reports a 67% year-on-year surge in counterfeit seizures, with over 196 million items valued at €6.3 billion intercepted in 2025—the highest on record. The sharp increase suggests either intensified enforcement or a growing illicit trade volume, though the report does not specify which. This signals rising IP crime pressure on EU markets and potential revenue losses for legitimate industries.

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