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The product counterfeiters most often try to sneak into the U.S. is footwear. Sneakers, shoes, and other products accounted for 40% of the total knockoff goods seized by U.S. government agencies last year.

Estimated annual industry loss: $12 billion
(Source: Coalition Against Counterfeiting and Piracy)

Footwear seizures by U.S. agencies last year: $77.8 million
So far this year: $40.3 million