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A Contract Manufacturing Contract is essential when a company seeks to outsource its manufacturing operations to a specialized manufacturer while maintaining control over product specifications and quality. This document, governed by Swiss law, establishes the comprehensive framework for such manufacturing arrangements, including detailed specifications for production, quality control procedures, intellectual property protection, and regulatory compliance requirements. The agreement is particularly crucial in regulated industries where precise manufacturing standards must be maintained. The Contract Manufacturing Contract addresses key aspects such as material sourcing, production processes, quality assurance, pricing, and risk allocation, while ensuring compliance with Swiss regulatory requirements and industry standards. It's typically used when companies need specialized manufacturing capabilities, want to reduce capital investments in production facilities, or seek to focus on their core competencies while leveraging external manufacturing expertise.
