Poland counterfeit goods surge 170% in 2025, customs seizures hit record

Polish customs and tax authorities detected counterfeit goods worth nearly 2 billion PLN over five years, with 2025 values up ~170% and H1 2026 already alarming. The scale suggests a significant enforcement gap or supply-chain shift, though exact volumes and categories remain unspecified. This signals rising illicit trade pressure on Polish markets and potential IP enforcement challenges.