Contract Law (Chapter 53): Singapore's fouNDAtional legislation governing formation and enforcement of contracts, essential for the basic structure and validity of the distribution agreement
Sale of Goods Act (Chapter 393): Regulates the sale of goods between parties, crucial for defining terms of product delivery, quality standards, and transfer of title in distribution relationships
Competition Act (Chapter 50B): Governs anti-competitive practices, particularly relevant for vertical agreements, territorial restrictions, and exclusive distribution arrangements
Multi-Level Marketing and Pyramid Selling (Prohibition) Act: Ensures distribution structure doesn't violate prohibited marketing schemes under Singapore law
Trade Marks Act (Chapter 332): Protects trademark rights and governs their usage in distribution relationships, including licensing and brand protection
Copyright Act (Chapter 63): Protects copyright materials and governs their usage in distribution activities, including marketing materials and product documentation
Patents Act (Chapter 221): Protects patented technologies and innovations, relevant for technical products and their distribution rights
Registered Designs Act (Chapter 266): Protects industrial designs and their usage rights in distribution agreements
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Ensures fair trading practices and consumer protection in distribution chains
Consumer Protection (Trade Descriptions and Safety Requirements) Act: Governs product descriptions and safety standards in consumer goods distribution
Regulation of Imports and Exports Act: Regulates international trade aspects of distribution, including import/export requirements
Customs Act: Governs customs procedures and requirements for imported/exported goods in distribution
GST Act: Governs tax implications and GST requirements in distribution relationships
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Regulates collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in distribution operations
Health Products Act: Specific regulations for distribution of medical and pharmaceutical products
Food Safety and Security Act: Governs safety and security requirements for food product distribution
Employment Act: Relevant for ensuring clear distinction between distributor relationship and employment relationship
