Switzerland–Israel freight: services and trade framework
Israel is an advanced economy and a globally significant technology hub, with one of the world's most dynamic hi-tech sectors. EFTA has had an FTA with Israel since 1993, providing preferential conditions for Swiss exporters. The port of Haifa and Ben Gurion Airport are the main logistics nodes.
The EFTA–Israel FTA has been in force since 1993 and provides zero or reduced duty for many Swiss industrial products. Israel is an important trading partner for Switzerland in the technology, pharmaceutical and precision machinery sectors.
Services offered by Franzosini SA for Israel
- Sea freight FCL/LCL
- Air freight
- Customs clearance
- Distribution
- Project cargo
Specific regulations and requirements
- SII (Standards Institution of Israel): mandatory compliance for numerous product categories
- Kosher certification required for many food products
- Mandatory labelling in Hebrew
- Strict security checks on all shipments
- MOH: authorisation for pharmaceuticals and medical devices
Trade framework and agreements
- EFTA–Israel FTA (in force since 1993)
- WTO — MFN tariff rates