CITES Protects Endangered Species
The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora – CITES – lists approximately 3'500 protected animal species world-wide.
In what way are watch manufacturers concerned?
Import of such animals or their products is either strictly prohibited or requires a permit, e.g. snakes, lizards, turtles, parrots, ivory, tortoiseshell and various furskins.
Upon importation, an export permit or a re-export permit issued by the CITES authorities in the country of origin is to be submitted to the veterinary inspector at the customs post.
(Reference: Swiss Federal Customs Administration)
