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Designated Bodies

Accreditation may be a prerequisite for the designation (and the recognition) of conformity assessment bodies under mutual recognition agreements on conformity assessment (MRAs). The list of conformity assessment bodies notified by Switzerland and recognised by the EU is available on the Switzerland-EU MRA page.

Bird's-eye view of goods traffic at the Port of Basel Container

Foundations of technical barriers to trade

Switzerland aims to effectively reduce technical barriers to trade and facilitate market access for companies. To this end, a clear legal framework is in place, complemented by international agreements and providing guidance to businesses.

Contact

State Secretariat for Economic Affairs SECO
Swiss Accreditation Service SAS
Holzikofenweg 36
CH - 3003 Bern