Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Primary commercial law framework in the US, particularly Article 2 governing sale of goods, which is fundamental for supply agreements
Intellectual Property Laws: Including Trademark Act (Lanham Act), Copyright Act, and Trade Secrets Protection (Defend Trade Secrets Act) to protect brand ownership and proprietary information
Consumer Protection Laws: Including Consumer Product Safety Act and Fair Packaging and Labeling Act to ensure product safety and proper labeling
Industry-Specific Regulations: Regulations specific to the product type, such as FDA regulations for food/beverages/cosmetics or CPSC regulations for consumer products
Quality and Safety Standards: Including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), product safety requirements, and quality control standards
State Contract Laws: State-specific contract laws and common law principles governing formation and enforcement of contracts
International Trade Laws: Import/export regulations, customs requirements, and Incoterms if international manufacturing or shipping is involved
Environmental Regulations: EPA requirements, state environmental regulations, and packaging/disposal requirements
Labor Laws: Fair Labor Standards Act, state labor laws, and worker safety regulations affecting manufacturing and supply chain
Data Protection Laws: Laws governing data protection, confidentiality requirements, and trade secret protection in business relationships
Antitrust Laws: Sherman Act, Clayton Act, and Federal Trade Commission Act provisions affecting supply relationships and market competition
