The total cost of Swiss customs clearance includes three components: 1) Customs duties — calculated by gross weight (CHF per 100 kg), not by value as in the EU. The amount depends on the Tares tariff code and whether an EUR.1 certificate is available for preferential (often zero) duties on EU-origin goods; 2) Import VAT — 8.1% (standard) or 2.6% (reduced for food, medicines, books) calculated on: goods value + duties + transport costs to the Swiss border; 3) Customs broker fee — typically CHF 50 to CHF 200 per declaration depending on complexity. Additional costs may include: storage fees; inspection costs (if customs orders a physical check); stamp duties for EUR.1 certificates; laboratory analysis fees. For a standard Italy → Switzerland shipment with valid EUR.1, duties may be zero, so the effective cost is mainly VAT (recoverable for registered businesses) plus broker fees. Always request a detailed quote separating duties, VAT and fees.