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Approval list for import products

The approval list shows which imported products are approved by Bio Suisse for marketing with the bud and under which conditions (regions of origin and any restrictions).

Not all approved products are effectively imported. The exact country of origin of the raw materials for the currently imported products can be found in the list origin of imported bud raw products (only in German or French)

For non-listed products, a license application (only in German or French) must be submitted to Bio Suisse.

For non-approved products or products with restrictions that cannot be complied with, an application must be submitted to Bio Suisse, International Division (international@bio-suisse.notexisting@nodomain.comch).

Region of origin

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Approval status

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Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Honey	Overseas	restricted approved	only from Bio Suisse approved projects (currently from Argentina, Brazil and Mexico).	24.01.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	pdf with detailed justification follows in German and French
Honey	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	20.09.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Document only in German or French

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Banana Prawns frozen (Penaeus merguiensis)	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Fish production in closed rooms or recirculation systems is not permitted (Guidelines, Part II, Art. 5.7.3)
Brown trout whole, fresh (Salmo trutta fario)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - transport unpacked on ice - Specific approval for retail packaging - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Char	Europe	rejected	-	14.11.2023	-	Production in Switzerland possible at several fish farmers
Fish sticks frozen (Pangasius hypophtalmus)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	04.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Giant Tiger Prawns frozen (Penaeus monodon)	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Fish production in closed rooms or recirculation systems is not permitted (Guidelines, Part II, Art. 5.7.3)
Gilthead seabream fillets fresh (Sparus aurata)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Filleting in the country of origin - Transport unpacked on ice	26.02.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Gilthead seabream whole, fresh (Sparus aurata)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- transport unpacked on ice - Specific approval for retail packaging - Simple processing only in the country of origin	03.04.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Greasyback Shrimps frozen (Metapenaeus ensis)	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Fish production in closed rooms or recirculation systems is not permitted (Guidelines, Part II, Art. 5.7.3)
Mussels (live) (Mytilus edulis)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	11.10.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Rainbow trout whole, fresh (Oncorhynchus mykiss)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - transport unpacked on ice - Specific approval for retail packaging - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Salmon fillet fresh (Salmo salar)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	16.12.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	- currently hardly any / no production in CH - pdf with detailed justification follows
Salmon fillet frozen (Salmo salar)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	16.12.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	- currently hardly any / no production in CH - pdf with detailed justification follows
Salmon portioned frozen (Salmo salar)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	16.12.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	- currently hardly any / no production in CH - pdf with detailed justification follows
Salmon whole, fresh (Salmo salar)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- transport unpacked on ice - Simple processing only in the country of origin	16.12.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Salmon whole frozen (Salmo salar)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Specific approval for retail packaging - Simple processing only in the country of origin	16.12.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Sea bass fillet fresh (Dicentrarchus labrax)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Filleting in the country of origin - Transport unpacked on ice	26.02.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Sea bass whole, fresh (Dicentrarchus labrax)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- transport unpacked on ice - Simple processing only in the country of origin - - Specific approval for retail packaging	15.07.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Smoked salmon (Salmo salar)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	rejected	-	17.01.2020	-	Processing / manufacturing in Switzerland is possible (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Speckled Shrimps frozen (Metapenaeus monoceros)	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Fish production in closed rooms or recirculation systems is not permitted (Guidelines, Part II, Art. 5.7.3)
Whiteleg Shrimps frozen (Litopenaeus vannamei)	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Fish production in closed rooms or recirculation systems is not permitted (Guidelines, Part II, Art. 5.7.3)

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Straw (bedding)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Pesto Rosso	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	08.04.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Origin typical product with main ingredients from Italy
Pesto Rosso (Vegan)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	08.04.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Origin typical product with main ingredients from Italy
Pesto Verde	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	08.04.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Origin typical product with main ingredients from Italy
Pesto Verde (Vegan)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	16.12.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Origin typical product with main ingredients from Italy
Soy sauce	Overseas	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	16.12.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Processing / production in Switzerland and Europe currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
4-grain wafers with sesame seeds	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	30.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Cookies and cookies filled	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	30.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Crispbread	Europe	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing	03.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Grissini	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	30.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Ladyfingers	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	26.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Maize Cakes	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	30.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Mini rice cakes milk chocolate	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	30.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Mini rice cakes with honey	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	30.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Mini rice wafers dark chocolate	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	30.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Multigrain toast with spelt	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	30.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Rice wafers	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	30.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Sesame pretzel	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	30.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Spelt mini pretzel	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	30.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Spelt waffles	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	30.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Wheat toast light	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	09.12.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Wholemeal toast	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	30.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
5 cereals drink	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	27.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Almond drink	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Specific approval for processing and retail packaging - Raw material only from Europe / MAS	27.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Cashew drink	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	27.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Chickpeas drink	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Specific approval for processing and retail packaging - Raw material only from Europe / MAS	27.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Hazelnut drink	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Specific approval for processing and retail packaging - Raw material only from Europe / MAS	27.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Oat drink (gluten-free)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	27.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Quinoa drink (with and without other ingredients)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	27.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Rice drink (with and without other ingredients)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	27.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Soybean extract	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	23.08.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Soy drink	Europe / Mediterranean countries	rejected	-	26.10.2020	-	Processing / manufacturing in Switzerland is possible (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Amaranth	Overseas	restricted approved	only from small farmers' cooperatives recognized according to Bio Suisse guidelines	20.12.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Barley (edible)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Barley (fodder)	Europe	restricted approved	according to regulations bud feed grain	05.09.2025	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.2.1)
Barley flakes	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Production in the country of origin of the barley	19.06.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently limited availability in CH
Brewing malt / products	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	15.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Buckwheat peeled	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	30.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently limited availability in CH
Buckwheat unpeeled	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Bulgur	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Production in the country of origin of durum wheat	22.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Corn - grain corn (feed)	Europe	restricted approved	according to regulations bud feed grain	04.05.2021	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.2.1)
Corn grits	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	06.09.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Corn grits	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Corn starch	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Couscous	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Specific authorisation for processing - Production of durum wheat semolina only in Switzerland, Italy and Austria	31.10.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Crunchy Müesli (gluten-free)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	27.07.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Durum wheat	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Einkorn	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Emmer	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Green spelt	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	05.10.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently limited availability in CH
Liquid malt diastatic	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	11.04.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Maize - corn in grains (food grain)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	06.09.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Malt extrudate	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Millet	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	from January 2026: Derogation required	29.07.2024	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Oat bran	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Oat fiber	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	23.08.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Oatmeal	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.08.2024	31.12.2027	Die Verarbeitung / Herstellung in der Schweiz ist möglich (Richtlinien Teil V, Art. 2.1.2)
Oatmeal (gluten-free)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	27.07.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Oats (edible)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	22.01.2025	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	Beschränkte Abnahmebereitschaft der Marktpartner für CH-Knospe-Speisehafer
Oats (fodder)	Europe	restricted approved	Marketing ban from 15.07.2024 (in accordance with Bud feed grain regulations)	16.05.2024	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.2.1)
Oat wholemeal flour (gluten-free)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	27.07.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Pasta di Gragnano IGP	Europe	restricted approved	- only from the Italian provinces of Gragnano (IGP = protected designation of origin) - Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	16.12.2022	Until revocation	IGP = Protected Designation of Origin (cf. Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Potato starch	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Processing only in the country of origin	07.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Quinoa	Overseas	restricted approved	only from Bio Suisse approved projects (currently from Bolivia, Ecuador and Peru)	05.10.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Quality in Europe / MAS not as high as from the highlands in Bolivia / Peru / Ecuador. Important source of income for small farmers. Approved farms from Bolivia are smallholders and / or Fairtrade certified.
Rice	Overseas	restricted approved	Note: parboiled approved	03.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH / Europe / MAS
Rice	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	Note: parboiled approved	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Rye (edible)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	according to regulations organic bread cereals	08.09.2020	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Rye (feed)	Europe	restricted approved	according to regulations bud feed grain	15.09.2023	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.2.1)
Rye bran	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Rye malt swelling flour	Europa	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	04.05.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Spelt (feed)	Europe	restricted approved	according to regulations bud feed grain	08.09.2020	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.2.1)
Spelt bran	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
spelt flour	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	only for starch production	03.09.2024	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Spelt gluten	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	14.08.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	Only one manufacturer in Switzerland
Spelt hulled / peeled (edible)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	rejected	-	2010	-	Processing / manufacturing in Switzerland is possible (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Spelt husks	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
spelt in husk (food grain)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	according to regulations organic bread cereals	04.05.2021	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Spelt starch	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	15.11.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Spelt swell starch	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	15.11.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Only one manufacturer in Switzerland
Triticale (edible)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	according to regulations organic bread cereals	08.09.2020	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Triticale (fodder)	Europe	restricted approved	according to regulations bud feed grain	05.09.2024	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.2.1)
Wheat (edible)	Overseas	restricted approved	according to regulations organic bread cereals	04.05.2021	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Wheat (edible)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	according to regulations organic bread cereals	04.05.2021	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Wheat (feed)	Europe	restricted approved	according to regulations bud feed grain	08.09.2020	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.2.1)
Wheat bran	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
wheat flour	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	only for starch production	03.09.2024	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Wheat gluten	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	20.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Only one manufacturer in Switzerland
Wheat gluten hydrolyzed	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	20.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Wheat starch	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	20.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Wheat swell flour	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Wheat swell starch	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	20.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Only one manufacturer in Switzerland
Wild rice	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	no occurrence in Europe / MAS (cultivation in Finland in small quantities)

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Cocoa beans	Overseas	approved	-	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Cocoa butter	Overseas	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	20.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Cocoa mass	Overseas	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	20.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Cocoa powder	Overseas	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	20.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Coffee capsules	Overseas	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	14.12.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Coffee cherries dried (Cascara)	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Coffee soluble	Overseas	restricted approved	processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Raw coffee	Overseas	approved	-	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Avocado oil	Overseas	restricted approved	- only from Bio Suisse approved projects (currently from Kenya) - Simple processing only in the country of origin	05.02.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2034	Cultivation conditions more sustainable in Kenya than in Europe / MAS (water)
Coconut oil	Overseas	restricted approved	processing only in the country of origin	02.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Hemp oil	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Linseed oil (Linum usitatissimum)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	31.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Olive oil	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	14.02.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently limited availability in CH
Olive oil with spices	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for processing and retail packaging - Raw material only from Alentejo / Portugal	06.05.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently limited availability in CH
Palm fat / oil	Overseas	restricted approved	processing only in the country of origin	29.04.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Palm kernel oil	Overseas	restricted approved	processing only in the country of origin	29.04.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Palmolein	Overseas	restricted approved	processing only in the country of origin	29.04.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Palm stearin	Overseas	restricted approved	processing only in the country of origin	29.04.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Pumpkin seed oil	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Rapeseed oil cold pressed	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	24.05.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Rapeseed oil deodorized	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	24.05.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Rapeseed oil raw	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	24.05.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Rapeseed oil refined	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	24.05.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Sesame oil	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Sunflower oil deodorized	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	24.05.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Sunflower oil HO	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	24.05.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Sunflower oil refined	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	24.05.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Sunflower oil standard (cold pressed)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	24.05.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Beerenmischung gefriergetrock	Europe	restricted approved	- only from the Italian regions of Lombardy, Piedmont (DOP = Protected Designation of Origin). - Specific approval for retail packaging	2014	Until revocation	AOC / DOP product (cf. Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Dairy products / Cheese	Europe	restricted approved	only a few cheeses of protected origin are permitted; individual clarifications necessary	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Feta AOP whole / cubes	Europe	restricted approved	- only from Greece (AOP = protected origin) - Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	2008	Until revocation	AOC / DOP product (cf. Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Manouri AOP	Europe	restricted approved	- only from Greece (AOP = protected origin) - Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	18.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	AOC / DOP product (cf. Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP	Europe	restricted approved	- only from certain provinces in southern Italy (PDO = Protected Designation of Origin). - Specific approval for retail packaging	13.05.2020	Until revocation	AOC / DOP product (cf. Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Parmigiano Reggiano DOP	Europe	restricted approved	- only from certain provinces in northern Italy (DOP = protected origin) - Specific approval for retail packaging	2018	Until revocation	AOC / DOP product (cf. Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Chanterelles fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Chanterelles frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Dried morels	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Herb mushrooms fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	for cultivated mushrooms: Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Morels fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Mushrooms fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	for cultivated mushrooms: Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Mushrooms frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- for cultivated mushrooms: Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Mushrooms in brine	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- only simple processing in the country of origin - autorisation spécifique pour la transformation et l'emballage du commerce de détail	30.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Oyster mushrooms / mushrooms fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	for cultivated mushrooms: Derogation required	08.09.2020	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Porcini mushrooms dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Porcini mushrooms fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Porcini mushrooms frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Porcini powder	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Shii-take fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	for cultivated mushrooms: Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Eggs fresh (for processing)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Egg white powder	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Whole egg pasteurized	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Whole egg powder	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Bergamot oil	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Lemon peel oil	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Orange peel oil	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Sea buckthorn oil	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Tangerine peel oil	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Alfalfa / hay (animal feed)	Europe	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - only as bedding or for feeding to non-ruminants	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Dried sugar beet pulp	Europe	restricted approved	only simple processing in the country of origin	08.03.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently limited availability in CH
Field beans (feed)	Europe	restricted approved	according to regulations bud feed grain	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.2.1)
Field beans toasted (animal feed)	Europe	restricted approved	according to regulations bud feed grain	09.10.2024	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.2.1)
Hay (bedding)	Europe	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - only as bedding or for feeding to non-ruminants	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Linseed cake (feed)	Europe	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Lupine seeds (feed)	Europe	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Oat cream (feed)	Europe	restricted approved	according to regulations bud feed grain	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Potato protein (feed)	Europe	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Protein peas dried (animal feed)	Europe	restricted approved	according to regulations bud feed grain	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.2.1)
Rapeseed cake (feed)	Europe	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Silage (hay, alfalfa and corn)	Europe	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - only as bedding or for feeding to non-ruminants	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Soybean cake (animal feed)	Europe	restricted approved	according to regulations bud feed grain	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.2.1)
Soybean cake meal (animal feed)	Europe	restricted approved	according to regulations bud feed grain	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Soybean oil (animal feed)	Europe	restricted approved	according to regulations bud feed grain	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.2.1)
Soybeans raw (animal feed)	Europe	restricted approved	according to regulations bud feed grain	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.2.1)
Soybeans toasted (forage)	Europe	restricted approved	according to regulations bud feed grain	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.2.1)
Stillage (animal feed)	Europe	restricted approved	according to regulations bud feed grain	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Sugar beet pulp pellets	Europe	restricted approved	only simple processing in the country of origin	08.03.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently limited availability in CH
Sunflower cake (animal feed)	Europe	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Whole corn pellets	Europe	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - only as bedding or for feeding to non-ruminants	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Aceto Balsamico rosso IGP	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- only from the Italian provinces of Modena and Reggio Emilia (IGP = Protected Designation of Origin) - specific formulation approved for retail packaging	07.04.2020	Until revocation	AOC / DOP product (cf. Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
apple vinegar	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	-Specific authorisation for processing -raw material if possible CH-Knospe apples, otherwise Derogation necessary	02.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Condimento Bianco	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Specific approval for processing and retail packaging - Main ingredient only from Italy	17.03.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently hardly any / no production in CH, product typical of origin
Crema all'Aceto Balsamico IGP	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- only from the Italian provinces of Modena and Reggio Emilia (IGP = Protected Designation of Origin). - Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	21.06.2018	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Aronia juice frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.06.2021	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Cassis juice (blackcurrant, Ribes nigrum) pasteurised	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- from January 2027: Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.08.2024	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Cranberry juice aseptic	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Cranberry juice aseptic	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	25.06.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Currant juice (Ribes rubrum) pasteurised	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	15.04.2024	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Grapefruit juice	Overseas	restricted approved	- applies to grapefruit juice fresh, aseptic, -concentrate and / or frozen. - only for juice from fruits of producer groups (no large plantations)	05.11.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Document only in German or French
Grapefruit juice	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	applies to grapefruit juice fresh, aseptic, -concentrate and / or frozen	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Grape juice aseptic	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	23.08.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Kiwi juice aseptic	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Lemon juice aseptic	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Lemon juice concentrate aseptic	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Lemon juice concentrate frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Lemon juice frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Lime juice frozen	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	06.11.2024	in review	Currently hardly / limited availability in CH / EMAS
Lingonberry nectar aseptic	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	only simple processing in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Orange juice aseptic	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	applies to orange juice fresh, aseptic, -concentrate and / or frozen	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Orange juice aseptic	Overseas	restricted approved	- applies to grapefruit juice fresh, aseptic, -concentrate and / or frozen. - only for juice from fruits of producer groups (no large plantations)	21.02.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Document only in German or French
Orange juice concentrate aseptic	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Orange juice concentrate frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Orange juice frozen	Overseas	restricted approved	- applies to grapefruit juice fresh, aseptic, -concentrate and / or frozen. - only for juice from fruits of producer groups (no large plantations)	21.02.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Document only in German or French
Orange juice frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	applies to orange juice fresh, aseptic, -concentrate and / or frozen	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
passion fruit juice / passion fruit juice frozen	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Pineapple juice aseptic	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in humid tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
pineapple juice frozen	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in humid tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Pomegranate juice aseptic	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Pomegranate juice frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Rhubarb juice aseptic	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Sea buckthorn juice aseptic	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Tangerine juice frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Andean berry, physalis dried	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Not very suitable for cultivation in Europe / MAS: short-day plant, which above the tropics induces flowers only in late summer --> production period extremely short and yields too low for commercial cultivation. However, cultivation in CH / Europe / MAS possible, new varieties may be commercially interesting in the future.
Apple fiber / granules / grit / powder	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Apple puree aseptic	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	-Specific approval for processing and retail packaging -raw material if possible CH-Knospe apples, otherwise Derogation necessary	07.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Apples fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
apple slices / cubes / rings, dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
apple slices / cubes / rings, frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Apricot cubes dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Apricot cubes frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
apricot purée aseptic	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Apricot puree frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Apricots dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	19.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently limited availability in CH
Apricots fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Apricots frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Aronia berry frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.06.2021	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Avocados	Overseas	restricted approved	- only April - December (if demand cannot be covered by supplies from Europe / MAS) - Specific approval for retail packaging	pending	in review	Not yet available
Avocados	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Banana powder, granules	Overseas	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	21.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Banana puree / cubes / slices frozen	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Cultivation possible in southern Mediterranean countries, but currently not in desired quality, quantity and continuity.
Banana puree aseptic	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Cultivation possible in southern Mediterranean countries, but currently not in desired quality, quantity and continuity.
Bananas	Overseas	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Cultivation possible in southern Mediterranean countries, but currently not in desired quality, quantity and continuity.
Berry mix fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Berry mix frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	15.07.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Berry mixture freeze dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	12.05.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Blackberries freeze dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	22.02.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Blackberries fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Blackberries frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Blackberry puree frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Blueberries (cultivated) fresh	Overseas	rejected	-	28.03.2022	-	- Fresh cultivated blueberries can be grown in Switzerland and Europe (seasonally) and should therefore not be awarded the bud for credibility reasons from overseas. - pdf with detailed justification follows
Blueberries (cultivated) fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Blueberries (wild collection) dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Blueberries freeze-dried (wild collection)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Blueberries frozen (cultivation)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Blueberries frozen (wild collection)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Blueberries puree frozen (wild collection)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Capers (pickled)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Carambola pulp frozen	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Cassis (blackcurrant, Ribes nigrum) fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	15.04.2024	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Cassis (blackcurrant, Ribes nigrum) frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- from January 2027: Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.08.2024	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Clementines / Mandarins fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Cranberries frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Cranberries frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Cranberries frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Currants (Ribes rubrum) freeze-dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	20.02.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Currants (Ribes rubrum) fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Specific approval for retail packaging	15.04.2024	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Currants (Ribes rubrum) frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- from January 2027: Derogation required - only simple processing in the country of origin	07.08.2024	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Date cubes / powder	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Dates with and without stone	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	19.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Dragon fruit (Pitaya)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Dried plum puree aseptic	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- processing in the country of origin of the plums - Specific approval for retail packaging	15.11.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Dried plums	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Dried rose hips	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	03.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH / Europe / MAS
Dried rose hips	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Dried wild apple	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Elderberries dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Elderberries frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Fig cubes dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	19.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently limited availability in CH
Figs dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	19.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently limited availability in CH
Figs fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Figs frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Forest blackberries frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Fresh melons	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Fruit bar apricot	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	17.03.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Fruit bar fig	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	17.03.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Fruit bar mango	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	28.12.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Fruit flakes	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	21.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Fruit mixture dried (raisins, figs, apricots)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	21.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Grapefruit fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Grapes fresh	Overseas	rejected	-	09.07.1905	-	Not yet available
Grapes fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Guava puree aseptic	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Guava puree frozen	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Jackfruit in brine	Overseas	restricted approved	- processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in humid tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Kiwi fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	04.03.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently limited availability in CH
Kiwi fresh	Overseas	rejected	-	02.06.2023	-	pdf with detailed justification follows
Lemon cells pressed frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Lemon peels dried	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - only from Bio Suisse-certified smallholder groups (currently Ghana and Paraguay)	03.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Lemon segments / cubes	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Lemons fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Lemons fresh	Overseas	rejected	-	06.11.2024	-	pdf with detailed justification follows
Limes	Overseas	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	06.11.2024	in review	Currently hardly / limited availability in CH / EMAS
Limes	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Mango cubes frozen	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	06.11.2024	in review	Basically possible in Europe / MAS but currently no offer. Mangoes are traditionally grown in tropical areas and are an important export product for developing countries.
Mango pulp aseptic	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	06.11.2024	in review	Basically possible in Europe / MAS but currently no offer. Mangoes are traditionally grown in tropical areas and are an important export product for developing countries.
Mango puree frozen	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	06.11.2024	in review	Basically possible in Europe / MAS but currently no offer. Mangoes are traditionally grown in tropical areas and are an important export product for developing countries.
Mangos dried	Overseas	restricted approved	- simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	04.03.2025	in review	Basically possible in Europe / MAS but currently no offer. Mangoes are traditionally grown in tropical areas and are an important export product for developing countries.
Mangos fresh	Overseas	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	06.11.2024	in review	Currently hardly / limited availability in CH / EMAS
Mangos fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Mirabelle plums / Reneclauden frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Mulberries dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Nectarines fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Olives in brine	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	08.03.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Olive tapenade	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for processing and retail packaging - Main ingredients from Greece	14.10.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Origin typical product with regional ingredients
Orange cells pressed frozen	Overseas	restricted approved	- only for juice from fruits of producer groups (no large plantations) - Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Orange cells pressed frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Orange peels dried	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Production in Europe / MAS basically possible but still hardly available. Simple processing such as e.g. drying on site --> increase in value added
Orange peels frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Orange pulp	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Orange segments / cubes	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Oranges fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Papaya dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2032	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Papaya dried	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	28.03.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2032	currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Papaya fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Passion fruit	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Passion fruit puree frozen	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Peaches fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Peaches frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Peach puree frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Pear cubes frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Pear dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	30.11.2023	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Pear powder,-granules	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Pear puree frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Pears fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Pears fresh	Overseas	rejected	-	16.03.2023	-	Pears fresh can be grown in Switzerland and Europe (seasonally) and should therefore not be awarded the bud for credibility reasons from overseas.
Persimmon fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Pineapple cubes frozen	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	28.11.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Cultivation only possible in humid tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Pineapple dried	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in humid tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Pineapple fresh	Overseas	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in humid tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Pineapple slices and cubes in their own juice	Overseas	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in humid tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Platerina fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Plums dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Plums fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Plums fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Plums frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Pomegranates	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Pruneaux d'Agen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	08.02.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Typical product of origin
Quinces fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Raisin paste	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Raisins / Sultanas	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Raisins / Sultanas	Overseas	restricted approved	- only from Fairtrade-certified smallholder groups (currently Uzbekistan) - Simple processing only in the country of origin	30.05.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	pdf with detailed justification follows
Raspberries freeze-dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Raspberries fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Raspberries frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Raspberry puree frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Raspberry semolina frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Rhubarb frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Sea buckthorn puree aseptic	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Sloes fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Soft apricots	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- processing in the country of origin of the Apricots - Specific approval for retail packaging	19.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Soft figs	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- processing in the country of origin of the Figs - Specific approval for retail packaging	19.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Soft plums	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- processing in the country of origin of the plums - Specific approval for retail packaging	04.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Sour cherries dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	30.05.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Sour cherries dried	Overseas	restricted approved	- only from Fairtrade-certified smallholder groups (currently Uzbekistan) - Simple processing only in the country of origin	30.05.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	pdf with detailed justification follows
Sour cherries freeze dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	22.02.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Sour cherries frozen	Overseas	rejected	-	30.05.2024	-	pdf with detailed justification follows
Sour cherries frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	15.07.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Sour cherry puree frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Strawberries freeze dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	22.02.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Strawberries fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Strawberries frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Strawberry puree frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Sweet cherries dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Sweet cherries fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Sweet cherries frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	05.11.2020	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Tangerine cells frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Almond protein powder	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	29.04.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Almonds processed (ground, granulated, roasted, blanched, paste, broken, sliced)	Overseas	restricted approved	- only from Fairtrade-certified smallholder groups (currently Pakistan and Uzbekistan) - Simple processing only in the country of origin	30.05.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	Document only in German or French
Almonds processed (ground, granulated, roasted, blanched, paste, broken, sliced)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Almonds unprocessed	Overseas	restricted approved	only from Fairtrade-certified smallholder groups (currently Pakistan and Uzbekistan)	30.05.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	Document only in German or French
Almonds unprocessed	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Apricot kernels	Overseas	restricted approved	- only from Fairtrade-certified smallholder groups (currently Uzbekistan) - Simple processing only in the country of origin	30.05.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	pdf with detailed justification follows
Brazil nuts	Overseas	approved	-	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Cashew kernels	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	02.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Cultivation only possible in humid tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Chestnut meal / broken chestnuts frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Chestnuts	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Chestnuts frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	15.07.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Coconut cream	Overseas	restricted approved	processing only in the country of origin	02.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Coconut flour	Overseas	restricted approved	processing only in the country of origin	02.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Coconut milk	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	02.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Coconut rasps, chips, strips	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	02.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Coconut water	Overseas	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	23.08.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Coconut water aseptic	Overseas	restricted approved	Processing only in the country of origin	23.08.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Coconut water frozen	Overseas	restricted approved	Processing only in the country of origin	23.08.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Hazelnuts processed (ground, granulated, roasted, blanched, paste, broken, shaved)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	22.01.2025	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Hazelnuts unprocessed	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	19.06.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Macadamia nuts	Overseas	approved	-	02.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Peanut kernels	Overseas	restricted approved	- only from smallholder groups and / or Fairtrade certified projects - Simple processing only in the country of origin	06.11.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	Currently hardly / limited availability in CH / EMAS
Peanuts unpeeled	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Pecans	Overseas	approved	-	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Production in EMAS basically possible but no offer. Permanent culture, therefore build-up longer term.
Pine nuts	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Pistachios	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Pistachios processed (ground, granulated, roasted, blanched, paste, pieces, sliced)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	01.03.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Walnut kernels	Overseas	rejected	-	08.02.2023	-	pdf with detailed justification follows
Walnut kernels	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Walnuts unshelled	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	09.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Meat, meat products, meat preparations	Europe	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Brown mustard seeds (Brassica juncea)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Brown mustard seeds (Brassica juncea)	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	28.03.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Chia	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Chia	Overseas	approved	-	08.09.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Hemp seed / -seeds peeled	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	30.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Hemp seed / -seeds unpeeled	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Linseed	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	03.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH / Europe / MAS
Linseed	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Poppy seed	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Pumpkin seed protein powder	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Pumpkin seeds	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Rapeseed	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Sesame	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	06.11.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Sesame	Overseas	restricted approved	- only from smallholder groups and / or Fairtrade certified projects - Simple processing only in the country of origin	06.11.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Sesame hulled	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	06.11.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Sesame hulled	Overseas	restricted approved	- only from smallholder groups and / or Fairtrade certified projects - Simple processing only in the country of origin	06.11.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Sesame paste Tahini	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Production only in the country of origin of the sesame seed - Specific approval for retail packaging	05.02.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Sunflower seed protein powder	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Processing only in the country of origin	12.04.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Sunflower seeds hulled	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	30.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Sunflower seeds standard unhulled	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Yellow mustard seeds (Sinapis alba)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Cacti / Succulents	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Ornamental plants in pot	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Twigs	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Caraway seed	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Cardamom ground	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Cardamom whole	Overseas	approved	-	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Chili powder / flakes / granules	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - only from Bio Suisse-approved projects with added sustainability value (currently from Tanzania and Vietnam)	10.04.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Chili powder / flakes / granules	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	05.10.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Chili whole dried	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - only from Bio Suisse-approved projects with added sustainability value (currently from Tanzania and Vietnam)	10.04.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Cinnamon powder	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Cinnamon sticks	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	07.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Clove powder	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Cloves whole	Overseas	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Coriander seeds	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Coriander seeds, ground	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Curcuma juice frozen	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Galangal	Overseas	approved	-	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Ginger (whole and pieces) fresh	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	04.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Special conditions required for good quality
Ginger (whole and pieces) fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	04.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Special conditions required for good quality (sub-tropical / tropical locations with high rainfall); cultivation in CH / Europe / MAS basically possible.
Ginger candied	Overseas	restricted approved	Processing in the country of origin of the ginger	01.02.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Ginger pulp / juice / crush / pieces aseptic and frozen	Overseas	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	14.02.2025	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	Special conditions required for good quality. Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Herbal salt	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Juniper berries dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Mace / Nutmeg	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Nutmeg ground	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Nutmeg shells ground	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Nutmegs whole	Overseas	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Paprika powder / flakes / granules	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Pepper black (whole and ground)	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Pepper green (whole and ground)	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Pepper green in salt water	Overseas	restricted approved	processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Pepper pink (whole and ground)	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Pepper white (whole and ground)	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Polvo de jengibre / corte / discs	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	04.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Special conditions required for good quality
Psyllium / husks black	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Psyllium / -shale light	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	16.12.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2032	Psyllium husks bright traditionally come from India / Pakistan. Hardly any industry in Europe. No competition with European black psyllium.
Saffron powder	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	28.10.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Saffron threads dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Specific approval for retail packaging - Simple processing only in the country of origin	02.08.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Spice mixtures	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	15.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Star anise	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	23.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Sweet wood	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Turmeric (whole and pieces) fresh	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Turmeric powder / cut / slices	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Vanilla powder / pieces	Overseas	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Vanilla whole	Overseas	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Ethanol	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	10.11.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently hardly any / no production in CH

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Wheat germinated	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Cuttings ornamental plants (incl. perennials and woody plants)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Bio Suisse guidelines part II, chapter 2.2 - Availability see organicxseeds.ch - FiBL Organic Seeds Service	08.09.2020	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Flower bulbs	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Bio Suisse guidelines part II, chapter 2.2 - Availability see organicxseeds.ch - FiBL Organic Seeds Service	08.09.2020	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Food cuttings (incl. berries and fruit)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Bio Suisse guidelines part II, chapter 2.2 - Availability see organicxseeds.ch - FiBL Organic Seeds Service	08.09.2020	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Onion cuttings (food)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Bio Suisse guidelines part II, chapter 2.2 - Availability see organicxseeds.ch - FiBL Organic Seeds Service	08.09.2020	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Plant garlic	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Bio Suisse guidelines part II, chapter 2.2 - Availability see organicxseeds.ch - FiBL Organic Seeds Service	08.09.2020	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Seed potatoes	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Bio Suisse guidelines part II, chapter 2.2 - Availability see organicxseeds.ch - FiBL Organic Seeds Service	08.09.2020	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Seeds arable farming fodder	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Bio Suisse guidelines part II, chapter 2.2 - Availability see organicxseeds.ch - FiBL Organic Seeds Service	08.09.2020	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Seeds arable farming food	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Bio Suisse guidelines part II, chapter 2.2 - Availability see organicxseeds.ch - FiBL Organic Seeds Service	08.09.2020	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Seeds ornamental plants	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Bio Suisse guidelines part II, chapter 2.2 - Availability see organicxseeds.ch - FiBL Organic Seeds Service	08.09.2020	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Seeds sprouts (excl. mung beans)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Bio Suisse guidelines part II, chapter 2.2 - Availability see organicxseeds.ch - FiBL Organic Seeds Service	08.09.2020	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Seeds vegetables (various)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Bio Suisse guidelines part II, chapter 2.2 - Availability see organicxseeds.ch - FiBL Organic Seeds Service	08.09.2020	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Young plants (grown from seed)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Bio Suisse guidelines part II, chapter 2.2 - Availability see organicxseeds.ch - FiBL Organic Seeds Service	08.09.2020	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Aniseed	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Basil dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Basil fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Basil frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Bay leaves dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Bear's garlic frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Blackberry leaves dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Blackberry leaves sweet (Rubus chingii var. suavissimus) dried	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	10.04.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Black cumin seeds	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Black tea	Overseas	restricted approved	- Specific approval for retail packaging - Simple processing only in the country of origin	22.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Currently hardly / limited availability in CH / EMAS
Camomile flowers dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Camomile tea	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Specific approval for retail packaging - Simple processing only in the country of origin	22.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Currently hardly / limited availability in CH
Chervil dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Chives dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Chives fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Chives frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Coriander leaves fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Cornflowers frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Dill dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Dill fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Elderflowers dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Elderflowers fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Elderflowers frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Fennel seeds	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Fennel tea	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Specific approval for retail packaging - Simple processing only in the country of origin	22.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Currently hardly / limited availability in CH
Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	currently limited availability in CH
Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) dried	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	28.03.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	currently limited availability in CH / Europe / MAS
Fragrant verbena / lemon verbena dried (Aloysia citrodora)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	05.12.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently limited availability in CH
Fruit tea and fruit peel tea	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	11.10.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Currently hardly / limited availability in CH
Golden balm dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Golden balm fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Golden balm frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Green tea (with and without other ingredients)	Overseas	restricted approved	- Specific approval for retail packaging - Simple processing only in the country of origin	22.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Currently hardly / limited availability in CH / EMAS
Herb mixtures	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	15.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Hibiscus flowers dried (carcade)	Overseas	restricted approved	- only from Bio Suisse approved projects (currently from Burkina Faso and Tanzania) - Simple processing only in the country of origin	05.10.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Approved projects provide added sustainability value that goes beyond the Bio Suisse guidelines
Hibiscus flowers dried (carcade)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Honeybush dried	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Production in Europe / MAS possible in principle but no offer. Native Crop South Africa: Indigenous people in South Africa fight for rights for the product.
Hop pellets	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Hops flowers dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Hops fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Hyssop dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	24.01.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Ice tea mint unsweetened	Europe / Mediterranean countries	rejected	-	26.02.2020	-	Processing / manufacturing in Switzerland is possible (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Lady's mantle dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- from January 2026: Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	28.01.2025	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Lavender flowers dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	05.12.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently limited availability in CH
Lemon balm dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- from January 2026: Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	28.01.2025	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Lemon grass / powder dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2032	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Lemon grass / powder dried	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	28.03.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2032	currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Lemon grass fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2032	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Lemon verbena tea	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Specific approval for retail packaging - Simple processing only in the country of origin	22.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Currently hardly / limited availability in CH
Lime blossoms dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Linden blossom tea	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Specific approval for retail packaging - Simple processing only in the country of origin	22.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Currently hardly / limited availability in CH
Lovage dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	05.12.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently limited availability in CH
Marigolds dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	24.01.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Marjoram dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Mate tea	Overseas	restricted approved	- Specific approval for retail packaging - only from South America (because traditionally from the region) - Simple processing only in the country of origin	04.10.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Currently hardly / limited availability in CH / EMAS
Mauve flowers dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	24.01.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Mint dried excl. Peppermint (Mentha x piperita)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- from January 2026: Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	28.01.2025	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Mint fresh excl. Peppermint (Mentha x piperita)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Moringa dried	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Nettle dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- from January 2026: Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	28.01.2025	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Oolong	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Produced in Europe / MAS but not in the qualities required in CH.
Orange leaves dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Orange leaves dried	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Oregano dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Oregano fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Parsley dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Parsley fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Parsley frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Peppermint dried (Mentha x piperita)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- from January 2026: Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	28.01.2025	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Peppermint tea	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Specific approval for retail packaging - Simple processing only in the country of origin	22.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Currently hardly / limited availability in CH
Plantain dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	05.12.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently limited availability in CH
Potted herbs	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Raspberry leaves dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Rooibos dried	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Production in Europe / MAS possible in principle but no offer. Native Crop South Africa: Indigenous people in South Africa fight for rights for the product.
Rosemary dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Rosemary fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Sage dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	28.01.2025	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	-
Sage fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Savory dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	05.12.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently limited availability in CH
Tarragon dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Tarragon fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Thyme dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	28.01.2025	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	-
Thyme fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
White tea	Overseas	restricted approved	- Specific approval for retail packaging - Simple processing only in the country of origin	22.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Currently hardly / limited availability in CH / EMAS
Wild apple-rosemary tea	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	22.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Currently hardly / limited availability in CH
Wild garlic dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Yerba Mate	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - only from South America (because traditionally from the region)	14.12.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Agave powder	Overseas	restricted approved	processing only in the country of origin	09.12.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Agave syrup	Overseas	restricted approved	processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Beet sugar	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Cane sugar	Overseas	restricted approved	processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Coconut blossom sugar	Overseas	restricted approved	processing only in the country of origin	02.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Date syrup	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	14.12.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	Processing and value creation in the country of origin (regional specialty) and processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Glucose syrup dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	14.12.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Glucose syrup liquid	Europe / Mediterranean countries	rejected	-	04.11.2021	-	Processing / manufacturing in Switzerland is possible (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Inulin (Agave powder)	Overseas	restricted approved	processing only in the country of origin	08.12.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Maltodextrin	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	15.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Maple sugar (powder, granules, flakes)	Overseas	restricted approved	- processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	28.11.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Maple syrup	Overseas	restricted approved	- processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Molasses (beet sugar)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	30.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently limited availability in CH
Molasses (cane sugar)	Overseas	restricted approved	processing only in the country of origin	07.09.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Cultivation only possible in tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Rice syrup	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	30.01.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	currently hardly any / no production in CH

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Carrot juice pasteurized	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	05.10.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
tomato juice aseptic	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	23.08.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Artichoke hearts in oil	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Specific approval for processing and retail packaging - Raw material only from Puglia / Italy - Processing only in the country of origin	08.03.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Artichoke paste	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Specific approval for processing and retail packaging - Raw material only from Puglia / Italy - Processing only in the country of origin	15.04.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Artichokes	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Arugula	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	05.11.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Asparagus	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Baby Leaves	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Banana Blossom in brine	Overseas	restricted approved	- processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	24.04.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2031	Cultivation only possible in humid tropical climates; currently hardly any / no production in CH / Europe / MAS
Batavia lettuce	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Bean Protein Concentrate	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Processing only in the country of origin	07.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Beans black dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Bean starch	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Processing only in the country of origin	07.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Beans white dried	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	03.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2035	currently limited availability in CH / Europe / MAS
Beet / Beetroot dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Beet fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Borlotti beans dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Borlotti beans dried	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	03.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2035	currently limited availability in CH / Europe / MAS
Broccoli	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Broccoli frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Simple processing only in the country of origin	02.11.2023	Until revocation	currently limited availability in CH
Bruschetta pomodori secchi	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	08.04.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Origin typical product with regional ingredients
cabbage mixed (broccoli, cauliflower, romanesco)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Cabbage stalk / stem chard	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Carrot powder / flakes / cubes / granules	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Carrots	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Carrots frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Cauliflower	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Cauliflower frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Simple processing only in the country of origin	02.11.2023	Until revocation	currently limited availability in CH
Celeriac	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Celery powder / cubes / granules	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Celery stalks	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Chard / chopped chard	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Chickpeas dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Chicory	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Chinese cabbage	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Cicorino / radicchio	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Corn - Sweet corn fresh (edible)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Corn - sweet corn frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Cress	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Cucumbers	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Cucumbers (for canning)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
dried Tomatoes Cream	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Specific approval for processing and retail packaging - Main ingredient only from Italy	17.03.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Edamame fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved		24.04.2025	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Edamame frozen (Mukimame)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	04.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Eggplants	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Eggplants frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Simple processing only in the country of origin	02.11.2023	Until revocation	currently limited availability in CH
Endive smooth and curly	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Feather cabbage / kale	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Fennel	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Flageolet beans	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Garden beans fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Garden peas frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Garlic frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
garlic powder / cubes / granules	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
garlic powder / cubes / granules	Overseas	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - only from small farmers' cooperatives recognized according to Bio Suisse guidelines - Specific approval for retail packaging	08.03.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Temporary approval due to bottlenecks
Garlic whole	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- from June 2025: seasonal Derogation (June to February) - Specific approval for retail packaging	14.03.2024	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Grilled peppers in brine	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	21.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Processing and value creation in the country of origin (regional speciality) and processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Horseradish powder	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	28.06.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Hot peppers / sweet peppers	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	04.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	-
Hot peppers frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	04.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Iceberg lettuce	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Kidney beans dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Kidney beans dried	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	03.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2035	currently limited availability in CH / Europe / MAS
Kohlrabi	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Lamb's lettuce / lamb's lettuce	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Leek	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Leek flakes / powder / cubes / granules	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Lentils dried (all varieties)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Lentils dried (all varieties)	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	28.03.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH / Europe / MAS
Lettuce	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Lettuce	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Lollo rosso	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Mung beans dried (also as sprout seeds)	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	03.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2035	currently limited availability in CH / Europe / MAS
Mung beans dried (also as sprout seeds)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Oak leaf / Lattughino	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Onion powder / cubes / granules	Overseas	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Simple processing only in the country of origin - only from small farmers' cooperatives recognized according to Bio Suisse guidelines	07.03.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Temporary approval due to bottlenecks
Onion powder / cubes / granules	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	10.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Onions fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Onions frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Parsnip powder / cubes / granules / flakes	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Pea protein concentrate	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Processing only in the country of origin	07.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Pea starch	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Processing only in the country of origin	07.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Peperoncini frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Peperoncini paste	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	14.12.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Origin typical product with main ingredients from Italy
Peppers marinated in oil	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Specific approval for processing and retail packaging - Raw material only from Puglia / Italy - Processing only in the country of origin	15.04.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Pinto beans dried	Overseas	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	03.09.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2035	currently limited availability in CH / Europe / MAS
Pointed cabbage / pointed cabbage	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Potatoes (early)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Potatoes (edible)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Pumpkin fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- seasonal Derogation required (August to December) - Specific approval for retail packaging	24.01.2022	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Pumpkin frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Simple processing only in the country of origin	24.01.2022	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Radish	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Red cabbage	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Rhubarb	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Roasted onions	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	25.08.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Romanesco	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Root parsley	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Derogation required - Specific approval for retail packaging	07.06.2021	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Savoy cabbage / savoy cabbage	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Seaweed salted	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Specific approval for processing and retail packaging - Processing only in the country of origin	13.03.2025	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2035	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Shallots	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Small potatoes (baby or with small diameter)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Derogation required	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Soybeans dried (food soy)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Soybeans roasted, salted	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	14.05.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2029	Currently no alternative options available in CH (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Soy flour (full fat toasted)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	rejected	-	16.11.2021	-	Processing / manufacturing in Switzerland is possible (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Spinach fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Spinach frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Spring rolls	Overseas	rejected	-	26.02.2020	-	Processing / manufacturing in Switzerland is possible (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Sugar beet	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Sugar beet	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- acc. to project Promotion of Swiss sugar beet cultivation (details on request) - Specific approval for retail packaging	18.10.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	currently limited availability in CH
Sweet corn - sweet corn in brine	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	11.03.2025	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Sweet potatoes	Europe / Mediterranean countries	approved	-	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Tatsoy	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
Tigernuts processed (ground, granulated, roasted, blanched, paste, pieces, sliced)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	14.03.2024	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently limited availability in CH
Tomato cubes dried and salted	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Processing only in the country of origin	08.03.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Tomatoes dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Tomatoes dried in oil	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Specific approval for processing and retail packaging - Raw material only from Puglia / Italy - Processing only in the country of origin	08.03.2021	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2026	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Tomatoes fresh	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Tomatoes frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Tomato pelati / puree / concentrate	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Simple processing only in the country of origin - Specific approval for retail packaging	27.06.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	currently limited availability in CH
Tomato powder	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	21.07.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2028	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Tomato sauce	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for processing and retail packaging	06.02.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Vegetable mixture dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	15.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Watermelon	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific approval for retail packaging	02.11.2023	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	currently limited availability in CH
White cabbage	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Yellow peas dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Simple processing only in the country of origin	08.09.2020	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2030	currently hardly any / no production in CH
Zucchetti	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Specific approval for retail packaging	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Zucchetti dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)
Zucchetti frozen	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	- Customs protection - Simple processing only in the country of origin	-	Until revocation	Priority domestic production (see Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.1)

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Sparkling wine	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	autorisation spécifique pour la transformation et l'emballage du commerce de détail	30.01.2024	Until revocation	Typical product of origin
Wine	Overseas	rejected	-	31.03.2020	-	Document only in German or French
Wine red	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	autorisation spécifique pour la transformation et l'emballage du commerce de détail	30.01.2024	Until revocation	Typical product of origin
Wine rosé	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	autorisation spécifique pour la transformation et l'emballage du commerce de détail	30.01.2024	Until revocation	Typical product of origin
Wine white	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	autorisation spécifique pour la transformation et l'emballage du commerce de détail	30.01.2024	Until revocation	Typical product of origin

Product	Region of origin *	Approval status	Restrictions **	Decision	Time limit	Justification
Pre-dough (lever)	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	15.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Sourdough dried	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	15.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Sourdough starter	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	15.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2027	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Yeast antifungal	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	15.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Yeast cream	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	15.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Yeast cream	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	15.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Yeast cube / block	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	15.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Yeast extract	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	15.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Yeast flakes	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	15.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Yeast paste	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	15.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)
Yeast powder	Europe / Mediterranean countries	restricted approved	Specific authorisation for processing	15.11.2022	Review by Bio Suisse no later than 2025	Processing / production in Switzerland currently possible to a limited extent (Guidelines Part V, Art. 2.1.2)

* Three regions of origin are classified:

Europe (Definition Europe: Map)
Mediterranean countries (MAS)
Overseas: all countries outside Europe and countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea

**For products that have the approval status "restricted approved", the specific restriction is indicated in the column "Restrictions". Some documents about specific restrictions in the column "Restrictions" are only available in German or French. Please contact us if you need further information.
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Data basis: as of 19.02.2025