Switzerland Restricts Exports of Medical Equipment

Switzerland is requiring a prior license for exports of medical protective equipment to countries outside the European Union and European Free Trade Association, according to a March 26 post from Baker McKenzie. The announcement stemmed from an increased need for the equipment in Switzerland, the law firm said, including masks, gloves, glasses and overcoats. The measures are aimed at aligning Switzerland’s export control regime with the EU, which announced similar measures (see 2003200029).