Chinese prosecuting agencies pursued criminal charges against 18,376 individuals in 2025 for producing or selling counterfeit and substandard goods, according to a March 14 statement from the Supreme People’s Procuratorate (SPP). The crackdown reflects Beijing’s ongoing efforts to strengthen consumer protection and market integrity.
Food and drug safety remained a key focus, with 9,595 people prosecuted across 5,026 food-related crime cases and 4,043 individuals charged in 2,135 drug-related cases last year. Authorities emphasized these measures aim to safeguard public health amid rising global concerns about supply chain reliability.
The SPP pledged to deepen collaboration between administrative and judicial bodies, stating prosecutors will now target entire criminal networks by investigating upstream suppliers and downstream distributors. This systemic approach seeks to dismantle illicit operations more effectively.
18,376 prosecuted for counterfeit goods crimes in 2025
5,026 food safety cases addressed nationwide
New cross-agency mechanisms to enhance enforcement
Analysts note the intensified legal actions align with China’s broader regulatory reforms to boost domestic consumption confidence and meet international product quality standards. The moves come as Asian markets increasingly prioritize consumer rights frameworks to attract foreign investment.
