In 2025, Guatemala saw a 280% increase in counterfeit goods seizures, primarily apparel, footwear, and electronics, led by COINCON (anti-counterfeiting unit) and SAT customs authorities. Operations targeted ports and markets, destroying millions in fake products after raids prompted by trademark owners.
Success hinged on proactive IP holders registering trademarks with RPI, filing customs alerts, and collaborating with authorities—highlighting enforcement gaps for unregistered rights. These gains signal stronger deterrence under CAFTA-DR commitments, though challenges like porous borders persist.
https://www.ipright.law/en/counterfeiting-in-guatemala-what-the-2025-seizures-reveal-about-real-ip-enforcement/
