IP ENFORCEMENT SERVICES | CUSTOMS & BORDER PROTECTION
Stop Counterfeits at the Border
Strengthen brand protection through customs recordal, coordination with border authorities and enforcement support to identify and intercept suspected counterfeit imports and exports.
THE BORDER ENFORCEMENT PERSPECTIVE
Protection Begins Before Goods Enter the Market.
Record the rights. Strengthen border enforcement. Protect the brand.
Customs recordal equips border authorities with the information needed to identify suspected counterfeit shipments, assess potential IP infringements and take appropriate enforcement measures.
CUSTOMS RECORDAL & RIGHTS VERIFICATION
Establish the Basis for Border Protection.
We assess eligible intellectual property rights, prepare customs recordal applications and coordinate submissions with relevant authorities to facilitate the identification of suspected counterfeit goods.
01
RIGHTS ELIGIBILITY
Assess eligible trademarks and other IP rights for customs recordal.
02
APPLICATION PREPARATION
Compile registration certificates, ownership details and required authorisations.
03
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Document genuine product features and indicators of suspected counterfeiting.
04
CUSTOMS SUBMISSION
Coordinate recordal applications with relevant customs authorities.
Protected rights. Informed authorities. Stronger border enforcement.
CUSTOMS MONITORING & COUNTERFEIT IDENTIFICATION
Identify Infringement at the Border.
We support customs authorities in identifying suspected counterfeit shipments through targeted product intelligence, risk assessment and coordinated information sharing.
PRODUCT INTELLIGENCE
Provide genuine product details and distinguishing features to support customs identification.
COUNTERFEIT INDICATORS
Identify packaging, labelling and product characteristics associated with suspected counterfeits.
SHIPMENT RISK ASSESSMENT
Assess known distribution routes, import patterns and potential infringement risks.
CUSTOMS COORDINATION
Support information exchange and follow-up on suspected infringing shipments.
Accurate intelligence. Early identification. Targeted intervention.
CUSTOMS DETENTION & ENFORCEMENT RESPONSE
From Detention to Enforcement Action.
We coordinate rights verification, evidence review and enforcement responses following customs detention of suspected counterfeit goods, in accordance with applicable procedures.
Assess the goods. Establish infringement. Pursue enforcement.
CROSS-BORDER ENFORCEMENT COORDINATION
Coordinate Protection Across Borders.
Counterfeit goods move across jurisdictions. We coordinate customs recordals, local enforcement procedures and responses to suspected infringement across international markets.
Resolution where achievable. Enforcement where required.
ONGOING CUSTOMS PROTECTION & RECORDAL MANAGEMENT
Maintain Protection Beyond Registration.
We manage customs recordal renewals, update product information and review enforcement priorities to sustain border protection against evolving counterfeit risks.
Maintain the record. Anticipate the risk. Sustain protection.
01 RECORDAL RENEWALS
Track validity periods and coordinate timely customs recordal renewals.
02 RECORD UPDATES
Maintain accurate IP ownership, product and authorised distributor information.
03 ENFORCEMENT REVIEW
Assess customs interventions, recurring counterfeit activity and emerging risks.
04 PROTECTION PRIORITIES
Identify additional jurisdictions and opportunities to strengthen border enforcement.
Frequently Asked, Clearly Answered
01. What is customs recordal for intellectual property?
Customs recordal is the registration of eligible IP rights with customs authorities to support the identification and detention of suspected counterfeit goods at the border.
02. Which intellectual property rights can be recorded with customs?
Registered trademarks are commonly eligible. Copyrights and other IP rights may also qualify, depending on the jurisdiction and applicable customs regulations.
03. Why is customs recordal important for brand protection?
It enables customs authorities to identify suspected counterfeit shipments and intervene before infringing goods reach the market.
04. What documents are required for customs recordal?
Requirements typically include IP registration certificates, ownership details, product information, authorisations and supporting documentation prescribed by the relevant customs authority.
05. Can customs recordals protect IP rights internationally?
Customs recordals are generally jurisdiction-specific. Protection across multiple countries requires separate applications or applicable regional procedures.
06. What happens when customs detains suspected counterfeit goods?
Customs may notify the rights holder and request product verification or supporting evidence before determining further action under applicable procedures.
07. Can counterfeit goods be seized or destroyed by customs?
Yes. Customs authorities may seize or arrange destruction of infringing goods where permitted by law and subject to applicable procedures.
08. How long is a customs recordal valid?
Validity periods vary by jurisdiction. Recordals may require periodic renewal to maintain customs protection.
09. Can customs act against counterfeit goods without a recordal?
In certain jurisdictions, customs authorities may act independently. However, prior recordal can facilitate identification and enforcement.
10. Can IPWise coordinate customs enforcement across multiple countries?
Yes. IPWise coordinates customs recordals, documentation and enforcement responses through local associates across relevant jurisdictions.
Protect Your Brand at the Border.
Strengthen intellectual property protection through strategic customs recordals, counterfeit identification and coordinated border enforcement to prevent infringing goods from reaching your markets.