CITES Protects Endangered Species

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)