Counterfeit automotive products can be difficult to distinguish from genuine ones. Packaging, labels and markings may look convincing, but counterfeit products are of unknown origin and may not meet the quality, reliability and performance standards expected from genuine SKF Vertevo products. A counterfeit that fails can mean unexpected repairs, vehicle downtime, or worse — a safety risk.
SKF Vertevo is committed to protecting customers, distributors, workshops and partners from counterfeit products and unauthorized use of our brands.
Why genuine products matter
Genuine SKF Vertevo products are manufactured according to defined product and quality requirements.
Counterfeit products are not manufactured or approved by SKF Vertevo. Their origin, materials, manufacturing processes and performance may be unknown. Counterfeit products can result in e.g. premature product failure, unnecessary repairs and vehicle downtime, potential quality and safety risks. Because counterfeit products may closely resemble genuine products, appearance alone may not be sufficient to establish authenticity.
How SKF Vertevo protects customer and the market
We take a coordinated approach to brand protection combining:
- Product authentication — where an SKF Vertevo authentication code is present, you can scan it and follow the instructions provided. If anything appears unusual, report the product to SKF Vertevo for further assessment.
- Cooperation with authorities — we work with customs, police and market-surveillance bodies internationally to help prevent counterfeit products from entering or remaining in the market, and to support investigations when needed.
- Market action — when counterfeit products or infringements of our intellectual property are identified, we take appropriate steps, from requesting removal of infringing listings to legal action and supporting the destruction of confirmed counterfeit goods
Our objective is simple: keep counterfeit SKF Vertevo products out of customers' hands and support a trustworthy aftermarket.
Buy from trusted sources
The most effective way to avoid counterfeits is to buy through established, trusted channels.
Report a suspected counterfeit
If you come across a product, website or seller that raises concern, tell us. You don't need to be certain — you just need to flag it.
If you can, it helps to include photos of the product and packaging, where and when you purchased it, and a link to the listing if it's online — but don't let missing details stop you from reporting.
Please keep the product, packaging and any purchase documentation until we've been in touch. Personal information you submit is handled in accordance with our privacy notice.
Contact SKF Vertevo Brand Protection at brandprotection@skfvertevo.com
For customs and law-enforcement authorities
SKF Vertevo welcomes inquiries from customs, police and other competent authorities regarding suspected counterfeit SKF Vertevo products or actors in the market. We can help with product and packaging authentication, trademark information, and supporting information for investigations. Please contact us at brandprotection@skfvertevo.com