Distribution Agreement
A distribution agreement is a contract granting a distributor the right to purchase and resell a supplier's products in a defined territory under commercial terms. Use this when a hardware or CPG maker sells through regional distributors. It sets MOQs, pricing tiers, MAP, and termination stock buyback.
What's included
A ready-to-use distribution agreement covering products and territory exclusivity, pricing, discounts, and payment terms, minimum purchase commitments if any, with signature fields already placed for Supplier and Distributor. Fill in the bracketed details (like [Company Name] or [Date]) using Docracy's built-in text editor, then send it out for signature.
This is a general template for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney to review it for your specific situation and jurisdiction before use.
Key clauses
- Products and territory exclusivity
- Pricing, discounts, and payment terms
- Minimum purchase commitments if any
- Marketing support and trademark usage
- Product recalls and warranty handling
- Term, termination, and slow-moving stock buyback
What you'll fill in
[Supplier/Manufacturer][Distributor Name][Product Lines][Territory][Discount/Margin Schedule][Minimum Order Value if Any][Agreement Term]Legal summary
Distributor buys inventory for resale; title and risk pass per delivery terms. Supplier may terminate for underperformance or brand damage per contract.
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FAQ
Is this Distribution Agreement legally binding?
Signing through Docracy uses a simple electronic signature (SES), which is legally recognized for everyday business agreements under laws like the U.S. ESIGN Act and the EU's eIDAS regulation. This is a general template, not legal advice — for high-stakes or regulated agreements, have a qualified attorney review it for your situation.
Who needs to sign this Distribution Agreement?
This template includes signature fields for Supplier and Distributor — already placed — plus 7 placeholder fields to fill in before you send it.
Can I edit this Distribution Agreement before sending it?
Yes — Docracy's editor lets you edit the text, add or remove signature fields, redact sections, and reorder pages before you send it.
Do I need an account to send this Distribution Agreement?
No — it's free for up to 2 signers with no account required. Create a free account only if you want to save it to a dashboard or reuse it later.
Try it with an AI assistant
Paste one of these into ChatGPT, Claude, or your assistant of choice:
“Fill for exclusive US Southwest distribution of kitchen gadgets.”
“Add MAP policy with termination for violations.”
“Require quarterly sell-through reporting.”
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