Dulles Airport Officers Seize Over $400,000 in Counterfeit Camel Cigarettes
Customs and Border Protection officers at Dulles International Airport seized 2,250 cartons of counterfeit Camel cigarettes that originated in Singapore and were en route to Miami. The seized counterfeit cigarettes are valued at over $400,000.
Washington, DC, August 21, 2026 —
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at Washington Dulles International Airport have intercepted a significant shipment of counterfeit cigarettes. The seizure involved 2,250 cartons of imitation Camel cigarettes with an estimated value exceeding $400,000.
The counterfeit tobacco products originated in Singapore and were discovered during transit. According to CBP, the cigarettes were destined for Miami.
The operation highlights ongoing efforts by CBP to combat the flow of illicit goods entering the United States. Counterfeit products, particularly those in the tobacco category, pose risks to public health and economic integrity.
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