Intellectual property: Thousands of fake Crocs seized in Vietnam’s Nha Trang
Market inspectors in Khanh Hoa Province seized nearly 3,000 pairs of sandals suspected of being counterfeit Crocs in a raid on a store in Nha Trang, Thursday, Tuoi Tre has reported → view source.
Authorities retrieved suspected counterfeit goods worth more than VND 200 million or US$7,700.
Key details:
- Date: August 25, 2025.
- Seizure: ~3,000 pairs of Crocs-branded sandals, VND 200 million or US$7,700 in value.
- Action: Goods detained, samples sent for appraisal, legal procedures underway.
Of note, Vietnam is a global footwear production hub but also a market where counterfeit goods remain prevalent.
Tourist centres such as Nha Trang, Hanoi’s Old Quarter, and Ho Chi Minh City are well known for openly selling imitation products from brands like Crocs, Chanel, Nike, and Adidas.
Authorities are under pressure from trade partners to strengthen IP enforcement as Vietnam integrates deeper into global trade agreements like the CPTPP and EVFTA.
While recent raids signal stronger action, counterfeit demand remains high due to lower prices and weak consumer awareness, making enforcement difficult and costly for both regulators and brand owners.
