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The White Label Manufacturing Agreement is essential for businesses looking to outsource their product manufacturing while maintaining brand control and quality standards. This document is particularly relevant in the Swiss context, where high manufacturing standards and precise regulatory compliance are paramount. It's typically used when a company wants to leverage a manufacturer's expertise and facilities while selling products under their own brand name. The agreement incorporates key Swiss legal requirements, including provisions from the Swiss Code of Obligations, Product Liability Act, and Technical Barriers to Trade Act. It addresses everything from intellectual property rights and quality control to pricing structures and regulatory compliance, ensuring both parties' interests are protected while maintaining compliance with Swiss manufacturing and safety standards.

1. Parties: Identification of the manufacturer and the customer (brand owner)

2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of the parties' business relationship

3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Scope of Manufacturing Services: Detailed description of the manufacturing services to be provided

5. Manufacturing Process and Standards: Requirements for manufacturing process, including compliance with Swiss and international standards

6. Quality Control and Assurance: Quality control procedures, testing requirements, and acceptance criteria

7. Ordering Process: Procedures for placing and accepting orders, lead times, and forecasting requirements

8. Pricing and Payment Terms: Pricing structure, payment terms, and conditions for price adjustments

9. Intellectual Property Rights: Ownership and usage rights of IP, including trademarks, patents, and trade secrets

10. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets

11. Warranties and Representations: Warranties regarding manufacturing quality, compliance with laws, and IP rights

12. Liability and Indemnification: Allocation of risks and responsibilities between parties

13. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement and circumstances for termination

14. Force Majeure: Provisions for unforeseen circumstances affecting performance

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Confirmation of Swiss law application and jurisdiction for disputes

16. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including notices, amendments, and severability