Cincinnati CBP 'Protect the Pitch' Operation Seizes Counterfeit FIFA World Cup 2026™ Merchandise
CBP's Cincinnati field office intercepted counterfeit FIFA World Cup 2026™ merchandise as part of a targeted enforcement operation ahead of the tournament. Importers and freight forwarders moving branded sports merchandise should expect heightened scrutiny of intellectual-property-sensitive shipments at all ports.
We are advising clients sourcing licensed World Cup merchandise to have trademark authorization documentation readily available at entry — CBP is actively targeting this category and a seizure can halt an entire shipment. If you are moving any FIFA-branded goods, loop us in before the goods ship.
AI-assisted summary with JFS CHB broker commentary, for awareness only — always verify against the official CBP/USITC/Federal Register notice before acting.