China's 64,000 Counterfeit Beyblades Seized in Taiwan; High-Speed Shattering Risk Highlighted

Taiwanese authorities have intercepted a large shipment of counterfeit Chinese-made Beyblades, seizing approximately 64,000 units valued at over NT$10 million (approximately $310,000 USD). The discovery was made on May 30 by the East Asia team of the First Brigade, Second Squadron of the Criminal Investigation Bureau's Third Special Police Corps, within imported toy containers at a seaport.

Of the 128 boxes seized, 115 were undeclared, indicating an attempt to smuggle the counterfeit goods past customs. The toys were imported by a Mr. Chen, who was allegedly imitating popular Beyblade models distributed by the well-known toy company Funbox Toys. The copyright holder confirmed the items were unauthorized replicas and stated they would pursue legal action. Mr. Chen faces charges for violating copyright law and customs smuggling regulations.

Authorities are investigating whether a smuggling ring was involved. With summer vacation underway, police urge parents to be cautious when purchasing toys. They specifically warn that these counterfeit Beyblades, while visually similar to genuine products in their core components, are made from rough plastic and metal. This inferior quality can cause them to become unbalanced during high-speed spins, leading to fragmentation and the potential to injure children.

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The counterfeit spinning tops from China can become unbalanced at high speeds, and fragments could shatter and fly off, potentially injuring children. Parents must be cautious.