It also clarifies that it is illegal for counterfeiters to sell counterfeit labels, patches and medallions as stand-alone items, to be affixed later by others to fake products. The law also expands the definition of 'trafficking' to penalize a transfer of counterfeit goods even if the transfer occurs without an exchange of value. Finally, the U.S. Trade Representative now has authority to require that these tough protections be included in free trade agreements. |