Sale of Goods Act 1979: Core commercial legislation governing the sale of goods in England and Wales, defining rights and obligations of buyers and sellers
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation governing contracts for the supply of goods and services, including implied terms about quality and fitness for purpose
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Primary consumer protection legislation that consolidates key consumer rights and remedies in relation to goods and services
Trade Marks Act 1994: Legislation governing trademark protection and usage, crucial for white label product branding and licensing
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Key intellectual property legislation protecting creative works, designs, and innovations
Trade Secrets Regulations 2018: Regulations protecting confidential business information and know-how from unauthorized use or disclosure
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Regulations prohibiting unfair commercial practices and protecting consumers from misleading marketing
UK GDPR: Data protection regulation governing the processing of personal data and privacy rights in the UK
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of data protection standards, complementing and tailoring the UK GDPR
General Product Safety Regulations 2005: Regulations ensuring products placed on the market meet general safety requirements
Competition Act 1998: Legislation prohibiting anti-competitive agreements and abuse of dominant market position
Enterprise Act 2002: Framework for merger control and market investigations, affecting business partnerships and market conduct
Product Safety and Metrology Regulations 2016: Technical standards and safety requirements for products in the UK market
Industry-Specific Requirements: Sector-specific regulations such as Food Safety Act 1990, MHRA requirements, or Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations depending on product type
Export Control Regulations: Rules governing the export of goods, including licensing requirements and trade restrictions
