Swiss War Materiel and Arms Exports

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Georg Fischer valves for Israel’s phosphorus manufacturer

Goods category: Dual-use goods (Goods Control Act)

Smoke and fire at a high-rise building in Gaza City after an Israeli attack, 07.10.2023.

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Georg Fischer exported valves to Israel; its customers included Israel Chemical. The business was publicly discussed in March 2026 in connection with the recipient’s manufacture of white phosphorus for military purposes.

Effect of the proposed War Materiel Act revision

Dual-use goods are not subject to the War Materiel Act, but to the much weaker Goods Control Act. These cases are included for illustration.

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2024–2025

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