Industry: Proposed wine import rules would change quota allocation
In short
The Federal Council proposes allocating wine import rights within the tariff quota according to contributions to domestic production instead of first come, first served. The Swiss Retail Federation opposes the change, warning of higher import prices and more complex purchasing and assortment planning. No implementation date is stated.
What it means for suppliers
- Suppliers of entry- and mid-priced imported wines should factor in potential price increases: the federation cites industry estimates of more than CHF 1 to CHF 2 per bottle.
- Wine importers would face a more complex quota allocation system; according to the federation, this would complicate purchasing and assortment planning and add administrative and control costs.
- Businesses that buy Swiss grapes and make wine could gain bargaining power under the proposal, according to the federation.
Key facts
| Retailer | Industry |
|---|---|
| Announced | |
| Categories | Wine |
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| Source | swiss-retail.ch |