Weleda considers producing in the US to avoid duties
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Weleda, a Swiss company that produces natural cosmetics, homeopathic and anthroposophical remedies, is considering production in the United States to escape raised customs duties on European products.
“We have been working on this for several weeks,” CEO Tina Muller told the German news agency Dpa. According to figures released today, the Arlesheim-based company achieved a turnover of €456 million (CHF434 million) in 2024, up 8% year-on-year.
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