Operation "Desvio de Rota"
Last Monday, May 18th, the Brazilian Federal Revenue (RFB) launched Operation "Desvio de Rota", targeting shopkeepers at "Shopping 25 de Março Brás" and "Shopping Stunt", both located in the Brás region. The operation focuses on smuggled and contraband goods intended for the local market, including World Cup-themed products. So far, several counterfeit products have been seized, such as football jerseys, sneakers, accessories, bags, perfumes, and watches, among others. The Anti-counterfeiting team from Garé IP is accompanying the operation.
RFB agents estimate the operation will last two weeks, inspecting 2,000 stores and seizing up to BRL 300 million in counterfeit products.
We congratulate the Brazilian Federal Revenue on another massive operation.
