1. Parties: Identification of the supplier and distributor with full legal entity details
2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of the parties' business activities
3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement, including specific food industry terminology
4. Appointment and Territory: Scope of distributor's appointment and defined territorial limits
5. Products and Specifications: Description of products covered and their required specifications, including compliance with German and EU food standards
6. Orders and Delivery: Process for ordering, minimum orders, delivery terms, and acceptance procedures
7. Quality Control and Storage: Requirements for maintaining product quality, storage conditions, and handling procedures
8. Food Safety and Compliance: Obligations regarding food safety, hygiene standards, and regulatory compliance
9. Prices and Payment: Pricing structure, payment terms, and price adjustment mechanisms
10. Warranties and Representations: Product warranties and food safety guarantees
11. Record Keeping and Reporting: Requirements for maintaining records of sales, storage conditions, and product traceability
12. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement and grounds for termination
13. Liability and Indemnification: Allocation of risks and responsibilities, particularly regarding food safety incidents
14. Force Majeure: Provisions for circumstances beyond parties' control affecting performance
15. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets
16. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of German law as governing law and jurisdiction for disputes
