Sourcing agent in China for businesses in Switzerland
Switzerland removed customs duty on almost all industrial goods in 2024 and has a free trade agreement with China. For many products, the landed cost is mostly the factory price plus freight and VAT, so the factory price matters even more.
We work in French and English
- Main ports
- Basel Rhine ports, via Rotterdam or Genoa
- Air cargo
- Zurich (ZRH), Geneva (GVA)
- Sea transit
- 35 to 50 days including the Rhine or rail leg
- Currency
- CHF
- Customs
- Federal Office for Customs and Border Security
- Product rules to check
- Swiss rules largely aligned with CE
What businesses in Switzerland buy with us
- Retail and e-commerce products
- Industrial parts
- Hospitality equipment
- Home goods
How it works
Begin with a sourcing report. Add negotiation, inspection and shipping when you need them.
Describe your product
Share a photo, a link or specifications. A single product is accepted.
Receive your sourcing report
Within 5 to 10 days: vetted suppliers with prices, minimum orders, lead times and sample options.
Choose the next step
Order directly, or have us negotiate, inspect and coordinate shipping to you in Switzerland.
Typical project timeline to Switzerland
- Your requestDay 1
- Sourcing report5 to 10 days
- SamplesOften 1 to 3 weeks
- ProductionOften 2 to 6 weeks
- Inspection1 to 2 days
- Shipping to Switzerland35 to 50 days including the Rhine or rail leg
Typical durations only. Actual timing depends on the product, the supplier, the season and customs.
Good to know before importing into Switzerland
No duty on industrial goods
Since January 2024, most industrial products enter Switzerland duty free. Swiss VAT still applies.
Not in the EU
Switzerland has its own customs process. Goods usually transit through Germany, France or Italy under a transit document.
Swiss standards
Most requirements follow EU rules, but some labeling and responsible-person rules differ.
Useful tools
Questions from Switzerland
Can we work in French?
Yes, we work in French and English.
How do goods reach Switzerland?
Usually by sea to Rotterdam or Genoa, then by barge, rail or truck.
How much does a sourcing report cost?
A flat research fee covers one product, and each additional product is quoted as an add-on. The exact amount is confirmed before we begin.
Is there a minimum order?
No. You can start with a single product in any quantity. The research fee remains the same.
Request a quote
Describe the product you need. Within 48 hours, we reply with the next steps and a quote for your sourcing report.
No obligation. The fee is confirmed in writing before any work begins.
Prefer email? Write to sales@klmsourcing.com