On this page you will find resource and guidance materials that contain different types of information pertaining to Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). Select one of the various topic areas below and download related resources. Please reach out to IPRHelpDesk@cbp.dhs.gov if you have any questions.
General Overview
CBP's IPR strategies and initiatives.
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CBP IPR Brochure
Outlines CBP's strategy to protect the public from imports of IPR-infringing goods.
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CBP IPR Initiatives Fact Sheet
Introduces CBP IPR enforcement initiatives and programs.
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Best Practices to Help CBP Enforce IPR
Explains best practices to help CBP enforce IPR at U.S. Borders.
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CBP IPR Legal Resources
Contains IPR handbooks and disclosures.
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CBP IPR Points of Contact
Provides IPR contact information and guidance.
Recordation
Guidance on the IPR recordation process.
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CBP IPR e-Recordation Website
Receive border enforcement on registered trademarks and copyrights.
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Help CBP Protect IPR
Provides guidance on how CBP can protect IPR.
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USPTO Trademark Registration
Register trademarks with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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USCO Copyright Registration
Register copyrights with the United States Copyright Office (USCO).
Counterfeit Guidance
Educational materials regarding the dangers of counterfeit goods.
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CBP Truth Behind Counterfeits Campaign
Outlines the risks associated with buying counterfeit goods.
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CBP e-Allegations Website
Report suspected IPR trade violations to CBP.
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CBP 'Awareness of Counterfeits in E-Commerce' Slick Sheet
Understand consumer online shopping responsibilities.
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CBP Truth Behind Counterfeits Campaign Video
Watch to learn more about the Truth Behind Counterfeits Campaign initiatives.
IPR Seizure Statistics
Statistics that provide an outlook of CBP’s IPR enforcement efforts.
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CBP IPR Seizure Statistics Dashboard
Provides data visualizations on CBP's IPR seizure statistics.
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CBP IPR Annual Seizure Statistics Reports
Provides detailed annual reports regarding IPR seizure statistics.
E-Commerce
Resources that showcase the interconnectedness between IPR and e-commerce.
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CBP E-Commerce Strategic Plan
Read how CBP enforces violations and addresses threats within the e-commerce environment.
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CBP E-Commerce Compliance Guide
Provides guidance on how to comply with basic import requirements.
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CBP E-Commerce Guidance and Announcements
Contains downloadable guidance materials and important announcements.
Partner Government Agencies (PGA)
Counterfeit and IPR enforcement awareness resources from CBP’s partner government agencies.
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HSI National IPR Coordination Center
Outlines how Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) stops global IP theft and enforces trade laws.
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FDA Counterfeit Medicine
Provides guidance from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on how to identify counterfeit pharmaceuticals.
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USPTO Trademark Basics
Assists in the trademark registration process.
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USPTO 'Go For Real' Campaign
Explains how USPTO uses its campaign to protect brands.
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Department of Commerce 'STOP fakes' Campaign
Provides U.S. government tools and resources regarding IPR education and guidance to small and medium-sized enterprises.