Commodity Exchange Act (CEA): Federal law that regulates the trading of commodity futures, including precious metals. Establishes regulatory framework for commodity transactions.

Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform: Provides regulatory oversight for precious metals transactions and includes provisions for consumer protection in commodity trading.

Bank Secrecy Act (BSA): Requires financial institutions and precious metals dealers to assist government agencies in detecting and preventing money laundering.

USA PATRIOT Act: Contains anti-money laundering provisions that affect precious metals transactions and customer verification requirements.

Internal Revenue Code: Governs tax implications of precious metals transactions, including capital gains and reporting requirements.

State Commodity Trading Regulations: State-specific laws governing the trading of commodities, including precious metals, within state jurisdictions.

State Consumer Protection Laws: State-level regulations protecting consumers in commercial transactions, including precious metals sales.

State Precious Metals Licensing: Requirements for licensing and registration of precious metals dealers at the state level.

State Sales Tax Laws: State-specific regulations regarding sales tax application to precious metals transactions.

CFTC Regulations: Rules and guidelines set by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission for precious metals trading and sales.

FinCEN Requirements: Financial Crimes Enforcement Network guidelines for reporting and compliance in precious metals transactions.

FTC Guidelines: Federal Trade Commission rules governing fair trade practices and consumer protection in precious metals sales.

Uniform Commercial Code Article 2: Governs the sale of goods, including precious metals, providing framework for commercial transactions.

Uniform Commercial Code Article 9: Regulates secured transactions, relevant when precious metals are used as collateral.

International Trade Regulations: Rules governing international precious metals transactions, including import/export requirements and customs regulations.