Categories of Illicit Trade and Smuggling - Share of 2021 Global Reported Seizures Customs officials are tasked with stopping both types of illegal activity. To do so effectively, they need the right technological tools to deal with the growing challenge. Counterfeit Goods Clothing, medical goods, electrical appliances Illegal Drugs Drugs & controlled substances Revenue Alcoholic beverages & tobacco Currency Currency, precious metals, jewels Security Firearms, explosives, weapons Environment Endangered wildlife, timber, hazardous chemicals, minerals Cultural Heritage Looted cultural objects Data N/A 45% 33% 13% 4% 3% Source: WCO Illicit Trade Report 2021 2% 5 Intro 2