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Published on 14 February 2025

Questions on delimitation

Certain products are at the interface between two product categories and thus are always classified on a case-by-case basis and have to be reviewed as a whole (check on intended use and composition).

Delimitation biocides, medicinal products and medical devices

Please consult the document of Swissmedic (see documents) for delimitation issues concerning biocides, medicinal products and medical devices.

Cosmetics

Biocidal products at the interface with cosmetics

Products for animals

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Permethrin-containing topical insecticides

Modification of the interpretation practice relating to permethrin-containing topical insecticides