What are fake, counterfeit, and poor quality goods?

By Hoa Nguyen

20/11/2024

This article will help you better understand the concepts of fake, counterfeit, and poor quality goods. We will analyze the differences between these three types of goods, along with specific examples to help you identify and avoid purchasing substandard products.

What are counterfeit, fake and poor quality goods?

Counterfeit goods, imitation goods, and poor quality goods are products that are illegally produced or traded, do not have a clear origin, do not guarantee quality, and do not comply with the provisions of law. Specifically as follows:

  1. Counterfeit goods are products that counterfeit the brand, packaging, design, and quality of genuine goods. Counterfeit goods often have a lower price than genuine goods, but are of poor quality, which can be dangerous for users.
  2. Counterfeit goods are products that are made identical or similar to genuine goods, but do not have a trademark or the trademark is not allowed to be used. Counterfeit goods are often of lower quality than genuine goods, but the price is also lower.
  3. Poor quality goods are products that are manufactured without meeting quality standards and do not ensure safety for users. Poor quality products often have lower prices than genuine products, but are of very poor quality, which can be dangerous for users.

In addition, fake, counterfeit, and poor quality goods cause serious consequences, such as:

- Causes economic damage to consumers, businesses and the State.

- Causes loss of consumer confidence in genuine products.

- Affects the health and safety of consumers.

- Causes environmental pollution.

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