Federal Act on Information for Consumers (Consumer Information Act, ConsumIA, SR 944.0)

Published on December 20, 2019

The law aims to encourage objective information to enhance transparency so that consumers can choose their products and services in full knowledge of the facts. Consumer organizations may receive financial assistance from the State to negotiate agreements on the information to be provided. In accordance with Article 3 of the LIC, these agreements are private-law conventions between the economic circles concerned and consumer organisations.

One example: The Swiss Touring Club and the Association of Swiss Car Importers have concluded a declaration agreement on standardised fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. The aim of this agreement is to contribute to the economical and rational use of energy by promoting the acquisition and operation of fuel-efficient vehicles.