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O'Hare Seizes China Shipment of Unapproved Meds
28 Jul
Summary
- Over 10,000 unapproved medications seized at O'Hare Airport.
- Shipment from China contained steroids and human growth hormones.
- CBP thwarted a 'master carton snuggling scheme' for illegal drugs.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents at O'Hare International Airport recently intercepted a significant shipment originating from China. This seizure thwarted an attempt to smuggle over 10,000 unapproved medications into the United States. The contraband included steroids, human growth hormones, and drugs intended for serious conditions like cancer.
The intercepted package was part of a 'master carton snuggling scheme,' where numerous unmanifested items were concealed within a larger shipment. These smaller packages were pre-labeled and intended for domestic delivery via parcel carriers. CBP officials highlighted the substantial health risks associated with unapproved and unregulated medications.
The case was referred to Homeland Security Investigations for further action. CBP reiterated its commitment to safeguarding public health by preventing the illegal importation of unsafe pharmaceutical products and maintaining the integrity of U.S. borders.
