Mutual recognition
The procedure for mutual recognition enables to obtain an authorisation granted according to the harmonised European procedure for a biocidal product in Switzerland that has been evaluated and authorised by another EU or EFTA Member State.
Application for recognition
On this page, you will find more detailed information on applying for recognition of an autorisation in accordance with the European harmonised procedure.
Changes to existing authorisations
The administrative procedure that has to be used for each modification of existing authorisations depends on the type of change. There are administrative changes, minor and major changes.
Extension/Renewal of existing authorisations
For a biocidal product that has obtained an authorisation according to the harmonised European procedure, the period of validity can be extended by means of a corresponding application.
Biocidal product family
An authorisation as a biocidal product family allows several products to be placed on the market through a single authorisation.