Vietnam Seizes Nearly 1,000 Counterfeit Nike, Adidas, Crocs Products

Authorities in Vietnam's Khanh Hoa province have uncovered a significant operation involving counterfeit goods, seizing nearly 1,000 items falsely branded as Nike, Adidas, and Crocs. The discovery came during a targeted inspection campaign against businesses suspected of producing and selling fake products and violating intellectual property rights.

Between May 7 and May 30, market management forces inspected 28 businesses across the province. All were found to be in violation, leading to administrative fines totaling over 513 million Vietnamese dong (approximately $20,000 USD). Two specific businesses, Alo Store - Thóc Store and Navigator Shop in Nha Trang city, were found displaying and selling 985 counterfeit items, including t-shirts, jackets, and shoes, with a total value of nearly 255 million Vietnamese dong.

Market management officials noted that these businesses often capitalize on the demand from tourists, particularly those from South Korea, for well-known brands like Gucci, Chanel, and Crocs. This demand creates an opportunity for illicit sellers to profit from smuggled and counterfeit goods. In addition to the seized items, authorities also ordered the destruction of 1,250 other infringing products, valued at over 218 million Vietnamese dong, while another 1,295 items worth nearly 298.5 million Vietnamese dong are being held for further investigation.