Portal of Swiss technical regulations
This page gives an overview of the Swiss regulations that must be observed when placing products on the Swiss market.
The provisions of the Law on Product Safety (in German) apply on a subsidiary basis, provided there are no other specific federal legal provisions with the same objective (art. 1 par. 3 of the Law on Product Safety).
Anyone placing a product on the Swiss market is liable for its conformity with the applicable technical regulations, even if the conformity assessment was carried out by a third party. Any product placed on the Swiss market can be subject to market surveillance by the responsible authorities.
Foodstuffs, animal products, animals, plants and means of production
Import requirements vary by product. Multiple authorities may apply. Production inputs must comply. EU imports often benefit from easier conditions. Both safety and customs rules must be respected.
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Industrial products
Industrial products may be subject to various technical regulations. For example, a boat equipped with a radar may have to conform to regulations for “Modes of transportation/boats” as well as “electrical and telecommunication appliances”.
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Objects for daily use and other products with sectoral regulations
The import of everyday and specialized products such as cosmetics, children’s items, weapons, personal protective equipment, explosives, fireworks, as well as precious metals and watches is subject to strict requirements in Switzerland.
Contact
Foreign Economic Affairs Directorate
Special Foreign Economic Service / Non-Tariff measures
Holzikofenweg 36
CH - 3003 Bern