Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Primary federal law governing commercial transactions, especially Article 2 which deals with the sale of goods. Essential for structuring terms of sale, delivery, warranties, and remedies.
Federal Trade Commission Act: Federal legislation that prohibits unfair or deceptive trade practices, affecting how terms and conditions must be presented and enforced in supply agreements.
Antitrust Laws: Sherman Act and Clayton Act which regulate competition and prevent monopolistic practices in supply relationships, including exclusive dealing arrangements and pricing practices.
Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act: Federal law governing warranties on consumer products, must be considered if the supply agreement involves consumer goods.
State Contract Laws: State-specific contract laws and common law principles that govern contract formation, enforcement, and remedies.
Statute of Frauds: Legal requirement that certain contracts must be in writing to be enforceable, particularly relevant for goods valued over $500.
Industry-Specific Regulations: Regulations specific to the industry such as FDA regulations, CPSC standards, and quality control requirements that must be incorporated into the agreement.
CISG: United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods, applicable if the agreement involves international trade unless explicitly excluded.
Product Liability Laws: Laws governing liability for defective products, including requirements for warranties, disclaimers, and indemnification provisions.
Intellectual Property Laws: Laws protecting patents, trademarks, and trade secrets that may need to be addressed in the supply agreement.
Data Protection Laws: Privacy and data security regulations that may apply if the agreement involves sharing of sensitive or personal information.
Environmental Regulations: Environmental protection requirements that may affect production, packaging, or transportation of goods under the supply agreement.
Transportation Regulations: Laws governing shipping, logistics, and transportation of goods, including DOT regulations and interstate commerce rules.
