The Sale of Goods Contract (Kaufvertrag) is a fundamental commercial document used in German business transactions for the transfer of movable property. It is particularly relevant in Germany's export-driven economy and is governed by the German Civil Code (BGB), with additional provisions from the Commercial Code (HGB) for business-to-business transactions. This document should be used whenever there is a transfer of goods for consideration, whether in domestic or international trade. It typically includes detailed provisions on product specifications, pricing, delivery terms, warranty obligations, and risk transfer. The contract must comply with German mandatory laws, including consumer protection regulations where applicable, and often incorporates specific German legal concepts such as extended retention of title. For international transactions, parties should consider whether to include or exclude the CISG.
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1. Parties: Identification and details of the seller and buyer, including full legal names, legal form, registration numbers, and addresses
2. Background: Context of the sale and brief description of the parties' business relationship
3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement
4. Object of Sale: Detailed description of the goods being sold, including quantity, quality, and specifications
5. Purchase Price: Price, currency, payment terms, and payment method
6. Delivery Terms: Delivery conditions, timing, location, and transfer of risk (Incoterms if applicable)
7. Transfer of Title: Provisions regarding when and how ownership transfers from seller to buyer
8. Warranties: Standard warranty provisions regarding quality, fitness for purpose, and legal compliance
9. Defects and Complaints: Process for reporting defects and handling complaints, including inspection obligations
10. Liability: Scope and limitations of liability under German law
11. Force Majeure: Provisions for unforeseen circumstances preventing performance
12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Confirmation of German law application and jurisdiction for disputes
13. Severability: Standard severability clause (salvatorische Klausel)
1. Retention of Title: Extended retention of title clause (Eigentumsvorbehalt) - commonly used in German commercial practice for credit protection
2. Quality Assurance: Specific quality standards and testing procedures - relevant for industrial or technical goods
3. Compliance Requirements: Special regulatory compliance requirements - needed for regulated products
4. Export Control: Export control provisions - necessary for international sales or restricted goods
5. Intellectual Property Rights: IP rights provisions - relevant when selling branded or patented products
6. Confidentiality: Confidentiality obligations - important for sales involving proprietary information
7. Insurance: Insurance requirements - relevant for high-value goods or specific risk allocations
8. Term and Termination: For framework agreements or ongoing supply relationships
1. Technical Specifications: Detailed technical specifications of the goods
2. Price List: Detailed pricing information, including any volume discounts or price adjustment mechanisms
3. Delivery Schedule: Detailed delivery timeframes and locations for multiple deliveries
4. Quality Standards: Specific quality requirements, testing procedures, and acceptance criteria
5. Warranty Certificate: Detailed warranty terms and conditions
6. Product Documentation: Technical documentation, user manuals, and maintenance instructions
7. Compliance Certificates: Required certifications and compliance documentation
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