Distribution Agreement Template

What is a distribution agreement?

A distribution agreement appoints a distributor to buy and resell a supplier's products in a territory, with terms on exclusivity, targets, pricing, marketing and brand use.

When you need one

Entering a new country through a local distributor

Key clauses included

Appointment and territory
Exclusivity and minimum purchases
Pricing and orders
Marketing and brand use
Reporting
Term and termination
Post-term sell-off

What the template covers

Appointment
Distributor Obligations
Orders and Supply
Prices and Payment
Marketing and Brand
Reporting
Product Warranty
Confidentiality
Limitation of Liability
Term and Termination
Post-Termination
General
Governing Law and Disputes
Schedule 1: Products and Prices
Schedule 2: Minimum Purchases

How to use it

Buy and download the editable Word file.
Fill in the brackets: names, dates, fees, scope and governing law. Delete options that don't apply.
Check it against local law, and have a lawyer review it for high-value deals.
Sign it on paper or with any e-signature tool.

Frequently asked questions

What format is the template in?

You get an editable Microsoft Word (.docx) file that also opens in Google Docs, Pages and LibreOffice.

Can I use this template in my country?

The templates are written for international use with placeholders for governing law and local details. Contract law differs between countries and states, so check the final document against local law, especially for employment and consumer contracts.

Is this legal advice?

No. A template is a starting point, not advice on your situation. For high-value or unusual deals, have a lawyer review the completed document.

How do I receive the file?

Right after payment you are taken to a download page, and PayPal emails you a receipt. Keep the download page link to download the file again.

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