It used to be legal to bring in one counterfeit item per type. ie: one bag..one jacket: one wallet. Not sure if the law actually changed. But serms CBP is saying the following.
Agents also want to remind people that it's illegal to purchase counterfeit goods. "Bringing (counterfeit goods) into the United States may result in civil or criminal penalties," U.S. Customs and Border Protection said in a release. "Purchasing counterfeit goods supports criminal activities such as money laundering and trafficking in illegal guns and drugs. Remember, if it seems like a steal, it is."

Seen Northface as early as 90s at silk market beijing by embassies. Then new silk market and shanghai xy market..rip xy ..fun place.

nf jacket from xy market circa 2002. $20 Very nice jacket...equivalent quality of $350 retail model. Most likely made by factory licensed in China. Real ykk zipper..real goretex..correct embroidered logo. Probably out the back door production.