Kuwait Customs Seizes 5.59 Million Illegal Capsules From China
According to a statement, inspectors from the Air Cargo Customs Department flagged suspicious shipments labeled as 'plastic parts' and 'medical items' during routine inspection. Upon examination, the parcels were found to contain empty capsules marked 'Pfizer PGN300,' a label associated with Lyrica, a psychotropic substance regulated under Kuwaiti law and permitted for import only under strict legal frameworks.
Customs officials noted a clear discrepancy between the declared contents and the actual items, with accompanying invoices failing to match the seized goods. Following consultation with health specialists from the Air Cargo Health Department, it was confirmed that the capsules were unauthorized and prohibited.
A commercial seizure report was filed, and the shipments have been confiscated pending further legal action. Customs authorities reaffirmed their commitment to combating smuggling and fraud, emphasizing ongoing coordination with relevant agencies to protect public health and national safety.
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