The Counterfeit Market in Turkey:
Facts and Impacts from the Perspective of Intellectual  Property Rights

In 2021, the total global trade of counterfeit products reached approximately USD 467 billion, accounting for 2.3% of worldwide trade. Turkey ranks as the third largest source of counterfeit goods globally after China and is recognized as the second largest hub for transit trade.
In 2020, the value of counterfeit products reaching the European Union borders from Turkey amounted to EUR 134 million, surpassing China to become the leading source during the 2020–2021 period.

 

Turkey’s strategic geographical location and advanced logistics infrastructure have positioned the country as a significant center both for the production and transit of counterfeit goods.

 

These data clearly demonstrate the critical importance of protecting intellectual and industrial property rights in Turkey. Effective legal measures, customs interventions, and monitoring on digital platforms are indispensable to safeguard both the domestic market and global business partners. Our law firm, operating at this vital juncture in Turkey, provides our clients with strategic and effective protection solutions.