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CBP to Destroy $60K Worth of Contraband Cigarettes Seized at Long Beach Port

Two passengers arriving from Mexico lacked required permits for 749 cartons of tobacco products, which violated U.S. import laws.

Hundreds of cartons of contraband cigarettes were seized from two passengers arriving April 17 in Southern California on a cruise ship.
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Overview

  • U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized 749 cartons of illegally imported cigarettes at the Long Beach Cruise Ship Terminal on April 17, 2025.
  • The contraband, valued at $59,920, was found in 10 pieces of luggage belonging to two female passengers arriving from Ensenada, Mexico.
  • The passengers provided purchase receipts but failed to obtain the required commercial import permits for tobacco products, a violation of federal regulations.
  • The seized cartons, including popular brands like Marlboro and Newport, will be destroyed under CBP supervision to prevent illegal resale.
  • CBP officials emphasized the importance of compliance with U.S. import laws, which aim to protect public health, ensure tax revenue, and deter smuggling.