U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Allentown, Pennsylvania, have intercepted four shipments containing counterfeit brand-name anti-aging creams and Sharpie pens valued at over $30,000, had they been genuine. The shipments, originating from China and Hong Kong, were seized between February 26 and March 1, 2025. Authorities warn that counterfeit cosmetics can pose serious health risks, as they often contain harmful chemicals, including carcinogens and other toxic substances.
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Among the seized items were counterfeit Estee Lauder, Clinique, and SkinCeuticals facial creams shipped to addresses in Allentown and Whitehall. The largest single seizure occurred on March 1, when CBP officers confiscated 60 boxes of counterfeit Estee Lauder Resilience Multi-Effect Moisturizer, valued at $8,400 if authentic. Other seizures included 50 boxes of counterfeit Estee Lauder anti-aging cream worth $7,000, 50 boxes of counterfeit SkinCeuticals cream valued at $7,750, and 50 boxes of counterfeit Clinique wrinkle serum valued at $5,400. Additionally, on February 26, CBP officers seized 3,000 counterfeit Sharpie pens shipped to an address in Birdsboro, Pennsylvania, with a total estimated value of $1,530.
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CBP officers flagged the shipments as potentially counterfeit and forwarded them to the agency’s trade experts for verification. After consultation with trademark holders, the items were confirmed to be counterfeit and were seized under CBP’s regulatory authority. Officials stress that counterfeit products not only undermine legitimate businesses but also pose health and safety risks to consumers. Knockoff cosmetics are often manufactured using substandard materials and may contain hazardous substances that could lead to skin conditions or other serious health issues.
CBP continues to enforce intellectual property rights aggressively, with more than 32,000 seizures recorded in fiscal year 2024, amounting to an estimated $5.4 billion in value. The agency urges consumers to purchase beauty and personal care products from reputable retailers to avoid potential health risks. Those with information about counterfeit goods being imported into the U.S. are encouraged to report it through CBP’s anonymous tip line.
Article by multiple RFHC contributors, based upon information from U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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