Trends in Trade in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods
This study examines the value, scope and trends of trade in counterfeit and pirated goods. First, it presents the overall scale of this trade and discusses which parts of the economy are particularly at risk. Next, it looks at the main economies of origin of fakes in global trade. Finally, it analyses recent trends in terms of changing modes of shipment and the evolution of trade flows.
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The European Union case study
This chapter looks at the current situation of counterfeit trade in the European Union. Quantitative findings are primarily based on counterfeit seizures data received through DG TAXUD of the European Commission.