Sale of Goods Act (SOGA): Primary legislation governing contracts for sale of goods, implying terms about quality, fitness for purpose, and title. Defines basic rights and remedies for parties in goods transactions.
Supply of Goods Act: Regulates supply of goods in commercial transactions, providing similar protections as SOGA but specifically for non-sale transactions.
Contracts Act (Cap. 53): Core legislation governing contract formation, validity, and enforcement in Singapore, including common law principles and statutory remedies for breach.
Unfair Contract Terms Act (UCTA): Controls and restricts the ability to exclude or limit liability in contracts, particularly relevant for B2B contracts to prevent unreasonable terms.
Competition Act: Ensures the agreement doesn't contain anti-competitive provisions that could violate Singapore's competition laws.
Electronic Transactions Act: Governs electronic transactions and digital signatures when contract execution or performance involves electronic means.
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data if such data processing is involved in the supply agreement.
International Trade Laws: Relevant for cross-border supply arrangements, including considerations of Incoterms and international trade regulations.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Applicable if the supply chain extends to end consumers, protecting consumer rights and interests.
Industry-Specific Regulations: Various regulatory requirements specific to the industry sector, including product safety standards and licensing requirements.
Import/Export Regulations: Compliance requirements for international movement of goods, including customs regulations and trade controls.
