# CBP Seizes Counterfeit and Unsafe Imports in Virginia

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Norfolk port in Virginia recently seized multiple shipments valued at nearly $856,000 involving counterfeit goods, unsafe products, and fraudulently imported items. These enforcement actions demonstrate CBP's critical role in safeguarding U.S. consumers and businesses by intercepting imports that violate safety standards and intellectual property laws. The seizures underscore the importance of compliance with import regulations and highlight risks associated with high-risk shipments entering U.S. ports.

- Procurement professionals should be aware that CBP enforcement activities can impact supply chain reliability and import clearance timelines, especially for goods subject to intellectual property and safety regulations.
- Companies involved in importing or supplying goods to federal agencies must ensure strict compliance with customs and safety standards to avoid shipment seizures and associated delays.
- This enforcement activity signals continued CBP focus on trade compliance, suggesting opportunities for vendors specializing in supply chain security, customs consulting, and compliance verification services.
- Organizations should consider engaging with CBP and related agencies like the Consumer Product Safety Commission to stay informed on evolving import requirements and enforcement priorities.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Transportation
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 29, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
- Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
- International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials

### Key Quotes
> These seizures illustrate Customs and Border Protection’s expansive trade enforcement authority and its vital role in protecting American consumers, U.S. businesses, and our nation’s economic security by detecting high-risk shipments, deterring noncompliance, and disrupting fraudulent behavior.
> — Keri Brady, Area Port Director, CBP Area Port of Norfolk-Newport News

### Sources
- [CBP hits trade transgression trifecta with seizures of counterfeit, unsafe, and fraudulently imported goods in Virginia | U.S. Customs and Border Protection](https://www.cbp.gov/newsroom/local-media-release/cbp-hits-trade-transgression-trifecta-seizures-counterfeit-unsafe-and) - CBP