Problem definition: This paper investigates how counterfeits influence a global supply chain and the should effectively take anticounterfeit actions. Academic/practical relevance: The impacts of counterfeiting have been increasingly profound on chains. It is critical to understand chains when members act in their own interests, can combat all contribute it. first that offers insights into these...

Abstract Unlike other counterfeit products, automotive components are hidden from view and, at least by the lay person, little understood. While potential scale, scope and impact of problem is vast, knowledge this illicit trade limited. In seeking to contribute existing literature on counterfeiting auto components, article focuses China, a major growing economy with an expanding vehicle market,...

The development and widespread of high-tech microelectronic products impose increased requirements on the quality reliability microcircuits. most effective methods for improvement electronic systems include diagnostic non-destructive testing (NDT) selective destructive in special cases. Studies using visual inspection electrical testing, consisting functional parametric do not provide enough in...

Cosmetics analysis represents a rapidly expanding field of analytical chemistry as new cosmetic formulations are increasingly in demand on the market and ingredients required for their production constantly evolving. Each country applies strict legislation regarding substances final product that must be prohibited or regulated. To verify compliance cosmetics with current regulations, official m...

In light of the frequent occurrence counterfeit food sold in global commercial markets, it is necessary to verify authenticity tasty natural-plant-based products by checking their labels, as well pricing and quality control. Lemon juice has repeatedly been victim fraud attempts manufacturers lower price products. Electronic noses are used many fields, including beverage industry, for classifica...

Counterfeit components have been defined as a growing concern in recent years as demand increases for reducing costs. In fact the Department of Commerce has identified a 141% increase in the last three years alone. A counterfeit is any item that is not as it is represented with the intention to deceive its buyer or user. The misrepresentation is often driven by the known presence of defects or ...

Counterfeit goods are becoming more sophisticated from shoes to infant milk powder and aircraft parts, creating problems for consumers, …rms, and governments. By comparing two types of counterfeiters deceptive, so in…ltrating a licit (but complicit) distributor, or non-deceptive in an illicit channel, we provide insights into the impact of anti-counterfeiting strategies on a brand-name company,...