Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Primary legislation governing competition law in Singapore. Key sections include Section 47 (prohibition against abuse of dominant market position) and Section 34 (prohibition against anti-competitive agreements). Ensures exclusive dealing arrangements don't substantially lessen competition.
Contract Act (Cap. 53): Fundamental legislation governing contract formation and enforcement in Singapore. Covers common law principles, requirements for valid contract formation, consideration requirements, and clarity of terms and conditions.
Unfair Contract Terms Act (Cap. 396): Legislation protecting against unreasonably one-sided terms and unfair exclusion clauses in contracts. Ensures balance in contractual relationships.
Sale of Goods Act (Cap. 393): Governs transactions involving goods, including quality and fitness requirements, title and delivery obligations. Relevant if exclusive dealing involves physical goods.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Protects consumer interests and regulates fair trading practices. Particularly relevant if the exclusive dealing arrangement involves consumer transactions.
CCCS Guidelines: Guidelines issued by Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore specific to exclusive agreements, including market share thresholds and duration of exclusivity provisions.
International Trade Laws: Relevant for cross-border dealings, including import/export regulations and international commercial terms (Incoterms). Essential for international exclusive dealing arrangements.
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific regulatory requirements, compliance standards, and licensing conditions that may affect exclusive dealing arrangements in particular industries.
