Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Primary law governing commercial transactions in the US, particularly Article 2 on Sales which regulates the sale of goods between parties
Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act: Regulatory framework for food, drugs, cosmetics, and medical devices if applicable to the manufactured products
Consumer Product Safety Act: Federal law establishing safety standards for consumer products and the Consumer Product Safety Commission
Federal Trade Commission Act: Law governing fair trade practices and consumer protection in commerce
Intellectual Property Laws: Including Patent Act, Copyright Act, and Trademark Act for protection of intellectual property rights in manufacturing
OSHA Regulations: Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards ensuring workplace safety and health requirements
EPA Regulations: Environmental Protection Agency requirements governing environmental impact, emissions, and waste management
GMP Regulations: Good Manufacturing Practice regulations ensuring consistent quality standards in production processes
International Trade Laws: Import/export regulations, customs requirements, and international trade agreements if foreign manufacturing is involved
State Contract Laws: Specific state laws governing contract formation, enforcement, and remedies
Data Protection Laws: Regulations governing data privacy, trade secrets protection, and confidentiality requirements
Fair Labor Standards Act: Federal law establishing standards for wages, overtime pay, and child labor restrictions
Quality Control Standards: Including ISO standards and industry-specific quality requirements for manufacturing processes
Environmental Compliance: Waste disposal requirements, emissions standards, and environmental protection regulations
