Consignment Agreement

Business

Retail arrangement where goods owners place products with retailers for sale, defining commission rates, payment terms, inventory management, and unsold goods return procedures.

Consignment Agreement

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Key Clauses

  • 1

    Background Whereas

    Defines background whereas terms and conditions.

  • 2

    Definitions

    Clarifies key terms including consigned goods, commission rate, sale price, and consignment period.

  • 3

    Consignment Of Goods

    Details specific products being consigned, their condition, quantity, and consignment terms.

  • 4

    Term

    Establishes consignment duration, renewal options, and termination conditions for retail arrangement.

  • 5

    Sale Of Goods

    Procedures for pricing, marketing, customer transactions, and sales reporting requirements.

  • 6

    Payment And Commission

    Commission structure, payment timeline, and remittance procedures for successful sales.

When You Need This

  • Placing products in retail stores without upfront wholesale purchase requirements
  • Testing market demand for new products through retail consignment arrangements
  • Expanding distribution channels while maintaining inventory ownership until sale
  • Establishing retail presence without traditional wholesale relationship costs
  • Creating revenue sharing arrangement with retailers for specialized or unique products

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Consignment Agreement?

Retail arrangement where goods owners place products with retailers for sale, defining commission rates, payment terms, inventory management, and unsold goods return procedures.

What should a Consignment Agreement include?

A comprehensive consignment agreement should include: background whereas, definitions, consignment of goods, term, sale of goods, payment and commission.

When do I need a Consignment Agreement?

Placing products in retail stores without upfront wholesale purchase requirements. Testing market demand for new products through retail consignment arrangements. Expanding distribution channels while maintaining inventory ownership until sale. Establishing retail presence without traditional wholesale relationship costs. Creating revenue sharing arrangement with retailers for specialized or unique products.

Is this template legally binding?

Templates provide a strong starting point, but we recommend having important agreements reviewed by a qualified attorney in your jurisdiction to ensure they meet local legal requirements.

Can I customize this template?

Yes — all bracketed [placeholder] fields can be replaced with your specific information. You can also add, remove, or modify clauses to fit your particular situation.

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