Customs and Border Protection seizes over $500,000 worth of counterfeit goods from Kansas City
March 15, 2021
A counterfeit Dolce & Gabana bag. // Courtesy CBP
From Feb. 15-March 15, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) conducted Operation Stop the Flow at the Kansas City Port of Entry to “interrupt the flood of counterfeits that threaten public safety.”
During the operation, CBP officers inspected selected shipments for potential violations. The primary focus of the search was merchandise coming in from China and Hong Kong through express consignment, concentrating on counterfeit medical equipment or supplies.
Over the course of the 28-day search, officers inspected 952 shipments and made 25 seizures. Some of the shipments contained adulterated medications and animal vaccines. While inspecting, CBP also seized 469 counterfeit professional sports jerseys and 264 counterfeit designer handbags, sunglasses, counterfeit electronics, and controlled substances.
As 2020 comes to a close, Governor Mike Parson highlights the state’s many successes and accomplishments despite the challenges of the past year.
“Although 2020 has brought many challenges, we remained committed to serving the people of this state and moving Missouri forward,”
Governor Parson said. “We still made great strides in advancing Missouri’s economy, workforce, and infrastructure, and while there is still much work to be done, we look forward to the opportunities that 2021 is sure to bring.”
Workforce and Economic Development
COVID-19 has had an unprecedented impact on Missouri’s economy. Throughout 2020, Governor Parson and his administration have taken several steps to drive economic recovery across the state by supporting Missouri businesses, communities, and citizens.
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Missouri Governor Mike Parson highlights the state’s many successes and accomplishments despite the challenges of the past year.
“Although 2020 has brought many challenges, we remained committed to serving the people of this state and moving Missouri forward,”
Governor Parson said. “We still made great strides in advancing Missouri’s economy, workforce, and infrastructure, and while there is still much work to be done, we look forward to the opportunities that 2021 is sure to bring.”
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Workforce and Economic Development
COVID-19 has had an unprecedented impact on Missouri’s economy. Throughout 2020, Governor Parson and his administration have taken several steps to drive economic recovery across the state by supporting Missouri businesses, communities, and citizens.