In YKK, we have started to work with intellectual property issues since 1956. Since the late 70's, we have worked with counterfeit measures focusing on Hong Kong, Taiwan and China. However, along with the growth of the Chinese sewing industry in the 90's, the focus on China has also been intensified.
In addition, within the global market, counterfeit measures in a single country or in specific areas do not solve these issues. We must also collaborate with the customers who import the garments.
In 1991, we established a Counterfeit Committee and began to
actively promote counterfeit measures.
