You can help - report counterfeit sales

Why shouldn't you buy counterfeits?

Counterfeit products take many forms, clothing, DVD's, perfume and jewellery to name just the obvious. But did you know that car parts, tyres, tools, electrical goods, batteries and children's toys are also copied? These products may seem like a bargain, or you may be unfortunate enough to have been duped into paying the retail price for what you believed was a genuine item. These products are not only inferior quality but they CAN BE UNSAFE.

Buying counterfeit products not only delays and disrupts new product development, but also puts genuine local traders out of business. And, you may not realise that buying fake goods also supports SERIOUS CRIME such as drug dealing, human trafficking and prostitution. It can also provide an additional, undeclared income to BENEFIT CHEATS.

If you know of someone who manufacturers or sells counterfeit products, please let us know, by clicking the link below and completing the online form,

Online Report

If you prefer you can phone and speak to a Consumer Direct advisor on 08454 04 05 06 who will pass your information to Kent Trading Standards. Your contact can be completely confidential, you will not need to give your name or address.