According to X, formerly known as Twitter, CBP agriculture specialists seized 6,682 lb. of unmanifested meat from China, shipped by a repeat offender and falsely labeled.
CBP agriculture specialists in Los Angeles seized 6,682 lbs of unmanifested avian, swine, and ruminant products from China, shipped by a repeat offender and falsely labeled as tilapia. These products can carry dangerous animal diseases not found in the U.S.
— CBP (@CBP) August 11, 2025
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“These products can carry dangerous animal diseases not found in the U.S.,” CBP shared on X.
With growing threats of foreign animal diseases, like African swine fever and classical swine fever, rising around the globe, it’s more imperative than ever to protect U.S. borders.
USDA and the Department of Homeland Security are partners in the effort to protect American agriculture against the introduction of pests and diseases at U.S. ports of entry. Undeclared prohibited agriculture items will be confiscated and can result in a civil penalty for failure to declare, CBP says.
“Attempting to bring in prohibited agricultural items could lead to traveler delays and may result in a fine ranging from $300 to $1,000,” CBP said. “CBP agriculture specialists and CBP officers work diligently to fulfill CBP’s agriculture mission by excluding harmful pests and diseases from becoming established in the U.S.”
