Sale of Goods Act 1979: Primary legislation governing the sale of goods in England and Wales, defining terms of contract, quality standards, and rights of parties in sale transactions
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation covering contracts that involve both goods and services, establishing implied terms about quality and fitness for purpose
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Key consumer protection legislation applicable if the private label products are sold to consumers (B2C)
Trade Marks Act 1994: Governs the protection and use of trademarks, crucial for private label branding and intellectual property rights
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protects intellectual property rights including packaging design, product design, and marketing materials
Competition Act 1998: Ensures fair competition and prevents anti-competitive practices in business relationships
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates contracts by restricting how businesses can avoid liability through contract terms
Product Safety and Metrology Regulations: Ensures products meet safety standards and technical requirements before market entry
Food Safety Act 1990: Primary legislation for food safety and standards if the private label contract involves food products
Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013: Specific regulations for cosmetic products ensuring safety and compliance in manufacturing and sale
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Protects consumers from unfair practices and sets standards for product labeling and marketing
Packaging (Essential Requirements) Regulations 2015: Sets standards for packaging including environmental impact and safety requirements
UK GDPR: Regulates the processing and handling of personal data in the UK post-Brexit
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of data protection standards, working alongside UK GDPR
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Framework for environmental protection including waste management and pollution control
Packaging Waste Regulations: Specific requirements for handling and disposing of packaging waste
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation ensuring workplace safety and health standards in manufacturing and operations
Working Time Regulations 1998: Governs working hours and conditions for employees involved in manufacturing and operations
