The seizure came after the customs watchdog launched an intensive crackdown on knockoffs that capitalize on the global popularity of South Korean goods and products.
These counterfeit goods were found in cargo and express parcels shipped through foreign online shopping platforms.
By country of origin, China accounted for 97.7 percent of such shipments, followed by Viet Nam at 2.2 percent and Hong Kong at 0.1 percent. By product, cosmetics made up 36 percent and toys and stationery 33 percent.
To prevent possible damage to South Korean companies, the KCS plans to strengthen international cooperation with overseas customs authorities and investigating distribution networks in countries most affected by counterfeit goods.
The KCS' chief Lee Myeong-gu described infringement of intellectual property as a "crime that threatens the achievements of South Korean businesses," vowing to expand efforts for collaboration with overseas customs agencies.
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