The leather goods industry is heavily impacted by counterfeiting, with an estimated parallel turnover of fake goods worth 5.3 billion euros. Women’s bags are the most commonly counterfeited, making up about 70% of the illegal leather goods market, with a value of 1.2 billion euros. Small leather goods and belts make up 20% of the market, with an estimated value of 340 million euros. Luggage and travel items make up the remaining 8-10% of the market. Counterfeiters often ship their products through convoluted pathways, making it difficult to trace the goods back to their source. Fast delivery times through overland train logistics between China and targeted markets have also aided the trade in fake goods. .

 To protect their brands, it is important for companies in the leather goods industry to seek the assistance of professionals who can help identify and take action against counterfeiters. Proact Business Intelligence offers quick and affordable services for protecting leather articles and handbag trademarks, with a team of anti-counterfeiting specialists and advanced technologies to quickly identify any abuses of your brand. Contact us for a FREE brand review to ensure your brand is protected.