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Principal desires to arrange for the sale and distribution of its merchandise throughout [territory]. Consignee has agreed to undertake the marketing of principal's merchandise on the terms set forth in this agreement. EXCLUSIVE APPOINTMENT Consignee shall have the exclusive right to sell and distribute principal's merchandise throughout [territory] during the term of this agreement. DELIVERY OF MERCHANDISE Principal shall deliver to consignee such quantity of its merchandise that consignee requires for sale from [his or her or its] place of business at [street address], [city], [state/province], [country]. Principal shall pay all freight and shipping charges. Consignee shall be responsible for any loss of or damage to merchandise while it is under [his or her] control. SALE OF MERCHANDISE Consignee shall devote [his or her] best efforts to the sale and distribution of principal's merchandise throughout the territory referred to above. All sales made by consignee shall be for cash. Credit sales may be made by consignee on written authority only, and on terms which principal may approve prior to such sales. All sales prices shall be fixed by principal. Consignee shall not sell principal's merchandise at less than the authorized prices, which prices will be reflected in price schedules that will be furnished to consignee from time to time. MONTHLY STATEMENTS; COMPENSATION Consignee shall furnish principal with monthly statements indicating all sales transactions during the preceding month and the extent of current inventory. Such statements shall be received by principal no later than the [specify] day of each month. With the monthly statement, consignee shall remit to principal all monies received by [him or her] from the sale of goods, [if appropriate, add: together with signed receipts or bills of lading for credit sales]. As soon as practicable after the [specify] day of each month, principal shall render a written statement to consignee showing sales during the preceding month, and shall remit to consignee net commissions for such sales in accordance with the commission schedule set forth in Exhibit A, which is attached to this agreement. MANAGEMENT OF CONSIGNEE'S BUSINESS Consignee shall have entire charge of the management and operation of [his or her] business; [he or she] shall furnish all equipment and vehicles, and hire and pay the wages of all assistants and employees required for the operation of [his or her] business. Principal reserves no supervision or control over consignee in the facilities, employees, and methods to be used and employed by consignee in carrying out the purposes of this agreement, and shall in no event be responsible for negligence of consignee or consignee's employees. TITLE TO MERCHANDISE Consigned merchandise shall remain the property of principal until sold in the regular course of business, except that consignee shall be responsible for all shortages of stock. 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Accessories may be deleted from or added to Exhibit A and their specifications and design may be changed by Company at its sole discretion at any time by mailing written notice of such changes to Distributor. Each change shall become effective [NUMBER] days following the date notice thereof is sent to Distributor. \"Affiliate means\" any company controlled by, controlling, or under common control with Company. Affiliate means any person, corporation or other entity: (i) which owns, now or hereafter, directly or indirectly [%] or more of any class of the voting stock of Company or is, now or hereafter, directly or indirectly, in effective control of Company; or (ii) [%] or more of any class of the voting stock of which Company, or a party described in paragraph (i), owns, now or hereafter, directly or indirectly, or of which Company, or a party described in paragraph (i), is, now or hereafter, directly or indirectly, in control. \"Customer\" means any person who purchases or leases Products from Distributor. \"Delivery Point\" means Company's facilities at [FULL ADDRESS]. Delivery point means Distributor's facilities at [FULL ADDRESS]. \"Exhibit\" means an exhibit attached to this agreement. \"Goods\" means those items described in Exhibit B. Goods may be deleted from or added to Exhibit B and their specifications and design may be changed by Company at its sole discretion at any time by mailing written notice of such changes to Distributor. Each change shall become effective [NUMBER] days following the date notice thereof is sent to Distributor. \"Products\" means Goods, Accessories, and Spare Parts. \"Spare Parts means\": (i) all parts and components of the Goods; (ii) any special devices used in connection with the maintenance or servicing of the Goods. Company warrants that a complete list of Spare Parts is set forth in Exhibit C. Spare parts may be deleted from or added to Exhibit C and their specifications and design may be changed by Company at its sole discretion at any time by mailing written notice of such changes to Distributor. Each change shall become effective [NUMBER] days following the date notice thereof is sent to Distributor. \"Specifications\" means those specifications set forth in Exhibit D. \"Territory\" means the following geographic area or areas: [SPECIFY]. \"Trademark\" means any trademark, logo, service mark or other commercial designation, whether or not registered, used to represent or describe the Products of Company, as set forth in Exhibit E. APPOINTMENT OF DISTRIBUTOR Company hereby appoints Distributor as Company's nonexclusive distributor of Products in the Territory, and Distributor accepts that position. It is understood that Company cannot lawfully prevent its distributors located elsewhere from supplying Products for sale or use within the Territory and that it has no obligation to do so. Distributor shall not solicit sales of Product or promote the sale of Products outside the Territory. Distributor shall not establish an office or warehouse outside the Territory for the sale of Products. REFERRALS If Company or any Affiliate is contacted by any party inquiring about the purchase of Products in the Territory (other than Distributor or a party designated by Distributor), Company shall, or shall cause that Affiliate to, refer such party to Distributor for handling. RELATIONSHIP OF PARTIES Distributor is an independent contractor and is not the legal representative or agent of Company for any purpose and shall have no right or authority (except as expressly provided in this Agreement) to incur, assume or create in writing or otherwise, any warranty over any of Company's employees, all of whom are entirely under the control of Company, who shall be responsible for their acts and omissions. Distributor shall, at its own expense, during the term of this Agreement and any extension thereof, maintain full insurance under any Workmen's Compensation Laws effective in the state or other applicable jurisdiction covering all persons employed by and working for it in connection with the performance of this Agreement, and upon request shall furnish Company with satisfactory evidence of the maintenance of such insurance. Distributor accepts exclusive liability for all contributions and payroll taxes required under [LAWS] or other payments under any laws of similar character in any applicable jurisdiction as to all persons employed by and working for it. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be deemed to create any partnership or joint venture relationship between the parties. SALE OF PRODUCTS BY DISTRIBUTOR Distributor agrees to exercise its best efforts to develop the largest possible market for the Products in the Territory and shall continuously offer, advertise, demonstrate and otherwise promote the sale of Products in the Territory. The parties have consulted together and now agree that if Distributor's best efforts are used as provided in this Section, a minimum of [SPECIFY] Products (\"Annual Market Potential\") will be purchased and distributed in the Territory during the first year of this Agreement. At the beginning of each subsequent year hereunder the parties will consult together in good faith and agree on the Annual Market Potential applicable to that year; provided, however, that if they cannot agree, the Annual Market Potential for the immediately Preceding year will apply to the current year. COMPETING PRODUCTS Distributor agrees that it will not distribute or represent any Products in the Territory which compete with the Products during the term of this Agreement or any extensions thereof. ADVERTISING Distributor shall be entitled, during the term of the distributorship created by this Agreement and any extension thereof, to advertise and hold itself out as an authorized Distributor of the Products. At all times during the term of the distributorship created by this Agreement and any extension thereof, Distributor shall use the Trademarks in all advertisements and other activities conducted by Distributor to promote the sale of the Products. Distributor shall submit examples of all proposed advertisements and other promotional materials for the Products to Company for inspection and Distributor shall not use any such advertisements or promotional materials without having received the prior written consent of Company to do so. 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NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the above recitals and the mutual promises and conditions contained in this Agreement, the Parties agree as follows: TERMS This Agreement shall be effective commencing [Date], and shall continue until terminated at the completion of the Scope of Work which shall occur no later than [Date] or by either party as otherwise provided herein. STATUS OF INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR This Agreement does not constitute a hiring by either party. It is the parties intentions that Independent Contractor shall have an independent contractor status and not be an employee for any purposes, including, but not limited to, [laws]. Independent Contractor shall retain sole and absolute discretion in the manner and means of carrying out their activities and responsibilities under this Agreement. This Agreement shall not be considered or construed to be a partnership or joint venture, and the Company shall not be liable for any obligations incurred by Independent Contractor unless specifically authorized in writing. Independent Contractor shall not act as an agent of the Company, ostensibly or otherwise, nor bind the Company in any manner, unless specifically authorized to do so in writing. TASKS, DUTIES, AND SCOPE OF WORK Independent Contractor agrees to devote as much time, attention, and energy as necessary to complete or achieve the following: [Describe]. The above to be referred to in this Agreement as the \"Scope of Work\". It is expected that the Scope of Work will completed by [Date]. Independent Contractor shall additionally perform any and all tasks and duties associated with the Scope of Work set forth above, including but not limited to, work being performed already or related change orders. Independent Contractor shall not be entitled to engage in any activities which are not expressly set forth by this Agreement. The books and records related to the Scope of Work set forth in this Agreement shall be maintained by the Independent Contractor at the Independent Contractor's principal place of business and open to inspection by Company during regular working hours. Documents to which Company will be entitled to inspect include, but are not limited to, any and all contract documents, change orders/purchase orders and work authorized by Independent Contractor or Company on existing or potential projects related to this Agreement. Independent Contractor shall be responsible to the management and directors of Company, but Independent Contractor will not be required to follow or establish a regular or daily work schedule. Supply all necessary equipment, materials and supplies. Independent Contractor will not rely on the equipment or offices of Company for completion of tasks and duties set forth pursuant to this Agreement. Any advice given Independent Contractors regarding the scope of work shall be considered a suggestion only, not an instruction. Company retains the right to inspect, stop, or alter the work of Independent Contractor to assure its conformity with this Agreement. ASSURANCE OF SERVICES Independent Contractor will assure that the following individuals (the \"Key Employees\") will be available to perform, and will perform, the Services hereunder until they are completed (identify by title and name as applicable): [Name of Key Employee, Title] [Name of Key Employee, Title] The Key Employees may be changed only with the prior written approval of the Company, which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld. COMPENSATION Independent Contractor shall be entitled to compensation for performing those tasks and duties related to the Scope of Work as follows: [Describe] Such compensation shall become due and payable to Independent Contractor in the following time, place, and manner: [Describe] NOTICE CONCERNING WITHHOLDING OF TAXES Independent Contractor recognizes and understands that it will receive a [specify tax] statement and related tax statements, and will be required to file corporate and/or individual tax returns and to pay taxes in accordance with all provisions of applicable Federal and State law. Independent Contractor hereby promises and agrees to indemnify the Company for any damages or expenses, including attorney's fees, and legal expenses, incurred by the Company as a result of independent contractor's failure to make such required payments. AGREEMENT TO WAIVE RIGHTS TO BENEFITS Independent Contractor hereby waives and foregoes the right to receive any benefits given by Company to its regular employees, including, but not limited to, health benefits, vacation and sick leave benefits, profit sharing plans, etc. This waiver is applicable to all non-salary benefits which might otherwise be found to accrue to the Independent Contractor by virtue of their services to Company, and is effective for the entire duration of Independent Contractor's agreement with Company. This waiver is effective independently of Independent Contractor's employment status as adjudged for taxation purposes or for any other purpose. Neither this Agreement, nor any duties or obligations under this Agreement may be assigned by either party without the consent of the other. TERMINATION This Agreement may be terminated prior to the completion or achievement of the Scope of Work by either party giving [number] days written notice. 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This free Word download covers ownership retention, pricing authority, commission structure, return obligations, insurance, and payment reconciliation — all in a single document you can edit online and export as PDF.\n","Use it whenever you place physical goods — clothing, artwork, antiques, handmade products, or wholesale inventory — with a retailer, gallery, or dealer to sell for a commission rather than transferring ownership upfront.\n","Identification of the consignor and consignee, a detailed description of the consigned goods, pricing and commission terms, payment and reconciliation schedule, insurance obligations, return and unsold-goods procedures, risk-of-loss allocation, and termination rights.\n",[203,207,211,215,219,223],{"title":204,"use_case":205,"icon_asset_id":206},"Artists and craftspeople","Placing artwork or handmade goods with galleries and boutiques to sell","persona-freelancer",{"title":208,"use_case":209,"icon_asset_id":210},"Retail boutique owners","Accepting consignment inventory from local makers or wholesale suppliers","persona-retailer",{"title":212,"use_case":213,"icon_asset_id":214},"Antique and vintage dealers","Selling estate or collector goods on behalf of private owners","persona-small-business-owner",{"title":216,"use_case":217,"icon_asset_id":218},"Wholesale suppliers","Placing product lines with retailers without transferring title until sale","persona-agency",{"title":220,"use_case":221,"icon_asset_id":222},"Clothing and apparel designers","Distributing seasonal collections through consignment boutiques","persona-startup-founder",{"title":224,"use_case":225,"icon_asset_id":226},"Estate and auction managers","Formalizing terms for selling deceased-estate property on behalf of heirs","persona-operations-director",[228,232,235,238,241,244,247],{"situation":229,"recommended_template":230,"slug":231},"Placing fine art or photography with a gallery","Art Consignment 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goods and delivers them to the consignee for sale, retaining title until a buyer purchases them.",{"term":255,"definition":256},"Consignee","The party who receives and displays the goods on behalf of the consignor and remits proceeds minus commission after a sale.",{"term":258,"definition":259},"Consignment Period","The defined timeframe during which the consignee has authority to sell the goods before unsold items must be returned or the agreement renewed.",{"term":261,"definition":262},"Commission Rate","The percentage of the sale price retained by the consignee as compensation for selling the goods, typically expressed as a fixed percentage agreed in advance.",{"term":264,"definition":265},"Net Proceeds","The amount owed to the consignor after deducting the consignee's commission and any agreed selling expenses from the final sale price.",{"term":267,"definition":268},"Title Retention","The legal principle that ownership of consigned goods remains with the consignor until a third-party buyer completes a purchase — the consignee never owns the goods.",{"term":270,"definition":271},"Risk of Loss","The contractual allocation of responsibility for goods that are damaged, stolen, or destroyed while in the consignee's possession.",{"term":273,"definition":274},"Floor Price","The minimum sale price below which the consignee may not sell the goods without the consignor's prior written consent.",{"term":276,"definition":277},"Reconciliation","The periodic accounting process by which the consignee reports sales, returns unsold goods, and remits net proceeds to the consignor.",{"term":279,"definition":280},"UCC Article 9","The US Uniform Commercial Code provision governing secured transactions — consignors in the US must often file a UCC-1 financing statement to protect their ownership interest against the consignee's creditors.",{"term":282,"definition":283},"Bailment","A legal relationship in which physical possession of goods is transferred from one party to another for a specific purpose, without transferring ownership — consignment creates a bailment.",{"term":285,"definition":286},"Markdown Authority","A clause specifying whether and to what extent the consignee may reduce the selling price without the consignor's approval, often capped at a fixed percentage below the floor price.",[288,293,298,303,308,313,318,323,328,333],{"name":289,"plain_english":290,"sample_language":291,"common_mistake":292},"Parties and recitals","Identifies the consignor and consignee by their full legal names and addresses, and states the purpose of the agreement.","This Consignment Agreement is entered into as of [DATE] between [CONSIGNOR FULL LEGAL NAME], located at [ADDRESS] ('Consignor'), and [CONSIGNEE FULL LEGAL NAME], located at [ADDRESS] ('Consignee').","Using trade names instead of registered legal entity names. If the consignee's legal name differs from their shop name, disputes over insurance claims or unpaid proceeds become harder to enforce against the correct legal party.",{"name":294,"plain_english":295,"sample_language":296,"common_mistake":297},"Description of consigned goods","Lists the specific goods being consigned — including quantity, description, condition, and any identifying marks or serial numbers — so both parties agree on what is covered.","Consignor delivers to Consignee the following goods ('Goods'): [QUANTITY] [DESCRIPTION], each in [CONDITION] condition, as further detailed in Schedule A attached hereto and incorporated by reference.","Describing goods vaguely (e.g., 'assorted jewelry'). Without itemized descriptions and quantities, proving what was delivered — and what was lost, sold, or returned — becomes a credibility contest rather than a contract question.",{"name":299,"plain_english":300,"sample_language":301,"common_mistake":302},"Title retention and ownership","Confirms that the consignor retains legal title to the goods at all times until a third-party buyer completes a purchase — the consignee acquires no ownership interest.","Title to the Goods shall remain with Consignor at all times until sold to a third-party buyer. Consignee acquires no ownership interest in the Goods and holds them solely as agent of Consignor for the purpose of sale.","Omitting the title-retention clause entirely. Without it, a consignee's creditors may treat the goods as the consignee's assets and seize them — particularly in bankruptcy.",{"name":304,"plain_english":305,"sample_language":306,"common_mistake":307},"Pricing, floor price, and markdown authority","Sets the agreed retail selling price or pricing range, the minimum price below which the consignee cannot sell without approval, and any markdown authority granted.","Consignee shall offer the Goods for sale at the retail price(s) set out in Schedule A. Consignee shall not sell any item below the floor price of [FLOOR PRICE] without prior written consent of Consignor. Consignee may mark down items by up to [X]% after [NUMBER] days without further approval.","Granting unlimited markdown authority or omitting a floor price entirely. Consignors have discovered goods sold far below their value when no minimum price was documented, leaving them no contractual recourse.",{"name":309,"plain_english":310,"sample_language":311,"common_mistake":312},"Commission, fees, and net proceeds","States the consignee's commission as a percentage of the actual sale price, defines deductible selling expenses if any, and calculates net proceeds payable to the consignor.","Consignee shall retain [X]% of the actual sale price as its commission ('Commission'). Net Proceeds, defined as the actual sale price minus the Commission and any approved selling expenses listed in Schedule B, shall be remitted to Consignor within [NUMBER] days of each sale.","Agreeing on a commission percentage verbally without specifying what base it applies to — gross sale price, net of credit card fees, or net of returns. This ambiguity routinely reduces remittances below what the consignor expected.",{"name":314,"plain_english":315,"sample_language":316,"common_mistake":317},"Payment and reconciliation schedule","Sets the frequency of accounting statements and remittances — typically monthly — and requires the consignee to provide a sales report with each payment.","On or before the [NUMBER] day of each calendar month, Consignee shall provide Consignor with a written reconciliation report detailing: (a) Goods sold during the preceding month, (b) sale price for each item, (c) Commission deducted, and (d) Net Proceeds remitted. Remittance shall accompany each report.","Setting no reconciliation schedule at all, or stating 'payment upon request.' Consignors who rely on self-reporting without a fixed schedule frequently wait months between payments while the consignee uses their capital interest-free.",{"name":319,"plain_english":320,"sample_language":321,"common_mistake":322},"Insurance and risk of loss","Allocates responsibility for insuring the goods while in the consignee's possession and specifies which party bears the risk if goods are damaged, stolen, or destroyed.","Consignee shall, at its own expense, maintain all-risk insurance on the Goods in an amount not less than [INSURED VALUE] from the date of delivery until return or sale. In the event of loss, damage, or theft, Consignee shall be liable to Consignor for the insured value of the affected items.","Making insurance optional or leaving risk of loss unaddressed. When a consignee's premises are damaged by fire or flood with no clear contractual obligation, the consignor loses their goods and has no contractual claim — only a tort argument.",{"name":324,"plain_english":325,"sample_language":326,"common_mistake":327},"Consignment period and termination","Sets the start and end date of the consignment, states what happens to unsold goods at expiry, and allows either party to terminate early with written notice.","The consignment period shall commence on [START DATE] and expire on [END DATE] ('Consignment Period'), unless earlier terminated. Either party may terminate this Agreement upon [NUMBER] days' written notice. Upon expiry or termination, Consignee shall return all unsold Goods to Consignor within [NUMBER] days at Consignee's expense.","No defined end date or return obligation. Open-ended consignment agreements result in goods sitting on shelves indefinitely, making it practically impossible for the consignor to reclaim inventory or place it with another seller.",{"name":329,"plain_english":330,"sample_language":331,"common_mistake":332},"Return of unsold goods and condition","Requires the consignee to return unsold goods in the same condition as received and to document any damage that occurred while in their possession.","All unsold Goods shall be returned to Consignor in the same condition as delivered, reasonable display wear excepted. Consignee shall document and notify Consignor of any damage within [NUMBER] days of its occurrence. Goods returned in damaged condition shall be compensated at the agreed insured value.","Accepting a vague 'reasonable condition' standard with no damage-reporting obligation. Consignors receive goods back significantly deteriorated with no record of when the damage occurred and no claim to compensation.",{"name":334,"plain_english":335,"sample_language":336,"common_mistake":337},"Governing law and dispute resolution","Specifies which jurisdiction's law governs the agreement and how disputes are resolved — litigation, arbitration, or mediation.","This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of [STATE / PROVINCE / COUNTRY], without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any dispute arising hereunder shall be resolved by binding arbitration in [CITY] under the rules of [AAA / applicable body], except that either party may seek injunctive relief in any court of competent jurisdiction.","Choosing a governing law with no connection to where the goods are stored or sold. Enforcing a judgment across jurisdictions is costly and slow — choose the law of the state or province where the consignee operates.",[339,344,349,354,359,364,369,374],{"step":340,"title":341,"description":342,"tip":343},1,"Identify both parties with their full legal names","Enter the consignor's and consignee's registered legal names — not trade names or DBA names — along with their addresses and contact information. For businesses, confirm the entity type (LLC, corporation, sole proprietorship).","Request a copy of the consignee's business registration or articles of incorporation before signing — you want to know exactly which legal entity is responsible for your goods.",{"step":345,"title":346,"description":347,"tip":348},2,"Complete Schedule A with an itemized goods list","List every item being consigned with a description, quantity, condition, and any identifying features such as serial numbers, dimensions, or artist signatures. Both parties should initial Schedule A at signing.","Photograph every item alongside a handwritten sign showing the date and the consignee's name before drop-off. The photos corroborate the condition described in Schedule A if a dispute arises later.",{"step":350,"title":351,"description":352,"tip":353},3,"Set the retail price, floor price, and markdown authority","Enter the target retail price or price range for each item in Schedule A. Set a floor price below which the consignee cannot sell without your written approval, and specify any limited markdown authority as a percentage and a time trigger.","For art and collectibles, set a floor price at no less than your replacement cost plus a margin — not purely based on what you hope to achieve.",{"step":355,"title":356,"description":357,"tip":358},4,"Agree on the commission rate and define the base","State the commission percentage and confirm what it applies to — typically the gross sale price excluding applicable taxes. List any approved deductible selling expenses in Schedule B if permitted.","Clarify in writing whether credit card processing fees (typically 2–3%) are deducted before or after commission — this difference compounds across many sales.",{"step":360,"title":361,"description":362,"tip":363},5,"Set the reconciliation schedule and payment method","Choose a monthly reconciliation cycle and specify the day by which statements and remittances must be delivered. State the accepted payment method — bank transfer, check, or electronic payment — and the account details.","Monthly reconciliation is the standard; anything less frequent than quarterly is a red flag in a consignment relationship.",{"step":365,"title":366,"description":367,"tip":368},6,"Confirm insurance obligations and insured values","Enter the required insurance coverage amount for each item or the total lot value. Specify that the consignee must name the consignor as an additional insured and provide a certificate of insurance within 10 days of signing.","Do not take possession-transfer for granted — request a copy of the consignee's current insurance policy before delivering high-value goods.",{"step":370,"title":371,"description":372,"tip":373},7,"Define the consignment period and return obligations","Set a clear start date, end date, and the number of days the consignee has to return unsold goods after expiry or termination. State which party bears the shipping cost for returns.","A 90-to-180-day consignment period is common in retail; galleries often use 6 to 12 months. Build in a 30-day early-termination notice right for both parties.",{"step":375,"title":376,"description":377,"tip":378},8,"Sign before delivering the goods","Both parties must sign and date the agreement before any goods change hands. File UCC-1 financing statements in the applicable US state if the goods are high-value, to protect the consignor's interest against the consignee's creditors.","In the US, a consignor who fails to file a UCC-1 may lose their goods to the consignee's secured lenders in bankruptcy — especially for consignments exceeding $1,000.",[380,384,388,392,396,400],{"mistake":381,"why_it_matters":382,"fix":383},"No UCC-1 filing for high-value US consignments","Without a UCC-1 financing statement, the consignee's secured creditors or bankruptcy trustee can treat the consigned goods as the consignee's assets and seize them — leaving the consignor with nothing but an unsecured claim.","File a UCC-1 financing statement in the state where the consignee is located before delivering goods valued above $1,000. The filing is inexpensive and publicly establishes the consignor's superior ownership interest.",{"mistake":385,"why_it_matters":386,"fix":387},"Omitting a floor price","Without a documented minimum price, a consignee can legally sell goods far below their value to move inventory quickly, and the consignor's only remedy is the agreed commission on the discounted price.","Set a specific floor price for each item in Schedule A and require written approval before any sale below that threshold.",{"mistake":389,"why_it_matters":390,"fix":391},"No defined consignment period or return deadline","Open-ended agreements leave the consignor unable to reclaim inventory, pursue other sales channels, or hold the consignee accountable for goods that have been sitting unsold for years.","State a specific end date and a return deadline — typically 14 to 30 days after expiry — with the consignee responsible for shipping costs.",{"mistake":393,"why_it_matters":394,"fix":395},"Skipping the insurance obligation","If the consignee's premises are damaged, burglarized, or flooded without a contractual insurance requirement, the consignor bears the loss of their own goods with no recourse beyond a general tort claim.","Require the consignee to maintain all-risk insurance at the agreed insured value and to provide a certificate naming the consignor as an additional insured before goods are delivered.",{"mistake":397,"why_it_matters":398,"fix":399},"Vague commission base definition","A commission stated as '30% of sales' is ambiguous — it could mean gross sale price, net of discounts, net of credit card fees, or net of returns. Each interpretation yields a different remittance amount.","Define the commission base precisely in the agreement: 'X% of the gross sale price actually received, excluding applicable sales tax and before any deduction for credit card processing fees.'",{"mistake":401,"why_it_matters":402,"fix":403},"Signing after the goods have been delivered","Agreements signed after goods have already changed hands create enforceability questions in common-law jurisdictions — particularly for clauses that impose new obligations on the consignee without fresh consideration.","Always execute the agreement before or simultaneously with delivery of the goods. Use a delivery receipt that cross-references the signed agreement date.",[405,408,411,414,417,420,423,426,429],{"question":406,"answer":407},"What is a consignment agreement?","A consignment agreement is a contract between a goods owner (the consignor) and a seller (the consignee) under which the consignee agrees to sell the goods on the consignor's behalf in exchange for a commission. Title to the goods remains with the consignor until a third-party buyer completes a purchase — the consignee never owns the inventory. The agreement governs pricing, commission, insurance, payment reconciliation, and the return of unsold goods.\n",{"question":409,"answer":410},"Who needs a consignment agreement?","Artists placing work with galleries, clothing designers supplying boutiques, antique dealers accepting estate goods, wholesale suppliers placing product with retailers on a trial basis, and auction houses managing estate sales all use consignment agreements. Any arrangement where goods change hands for selling purposes without a transfer of ownership should be documented with a signed agreement — verbal consignment arrangements leave both parties exposed on pricing, insurance, and payment obligations.\n",{"question":412,"answer":413},"What is the difference between a consignment agreement and a sales agreement?","A sales agreement transfers ownership of goods from seller to buyer at the point of contract — the buyer takes title and bears risk of loss immediately. A consignment agreement does not transfer title at all; the consignor retains ownership until a third-party sale is completed. The consignee is essentially an agent, not a buyer. This distinction has major implications for tax, risk of loss, and what happens if the consignee becomes insolvent.\n",{"question":415,"answer":416},"Does a consignment agreement need to be notarized?","Notarization is not required for a consignment agreement to be legally valid in most jurisdictions. A signed agreement executed by both parties is generally enforceable without notarization. However, for high-value goods — particularly fine art, jewelry, or luxury goods — some consignors opt for notarization to deter disputes about when or whether the agreement was signed.\n",{"question":418,"answer":419},"What commission rate is standard in consignment agreements?","Commission rates vary significantly by industry. Art galleries typically charge 40–60% of the sale price. Retail consignment shops commonly charge 30–50%. Auction houses often charge 10–25% of the hammer price, sometimes with a buyer's premium on top. Wholesale consignment arrangements with distributors typically range from 10–30%. The right rate depends on the consignee's costs, market positioning, and the expected sale volume.\n",{"question":421,"answer":422},"What happens to consigned goods if the consignee goes bankrupt?","In the US, a consignor who has not filed a UCC-1 financing statement risks having their goods treated as part of the consignee's bankruptcy estate — meaning secured creditors may have priority over the consignor's ownership claim. A timely UCC-1 filing establishes the consignor's priority interest and protects the goods or their proceeds. In Canada and the UK, similar personal property security legislation applies. Always file the required security interests before delivering high-value goods.\n",{"question":424,"answer":425},"Who is responsible for insuring consigned goods?","The consignment agreement should explicitly assign insurance responsibility — it does not arise automatically. In most commercial consignment arrangements, the consignee is required to insure the goods at the agreed value and name the consignor as an additional insured. If the agreement is silent on insurance, risk-of-loss allocation is determined by the contract or default law, which may not favor the consignor. Always require a certificate of insurance before delivering goods.\n",{"question":427,"answer":428},"Can a consignor reclaim their goods at any time?","The consignor's right to reclaim goods depends on the agreement's termination clause. A well-drafted agreement allows either party to terminate on written notice — typically 14 to 30 days — after which unsold goods must be returned. Without a termination clause, the consignor may need to wait until the consignment period expires. In some jurisdictions, consignors have statutory rights to demand return of their property, but relying on statute rather than contract is slower and costlier.\n",{"question":430,"answer":431},"Is a consignment agreement the same as a distribution agreement?","No. A distribution agreement typically transfers title to the distributor, who buys goods outright and resells them at their own risk and profit margin. A consignment agreement never transfers title — the consignee sells on behalf of the consignor and remits proceeds minus commission. The financial and legal risk profiles are fundamentally different: distributors bear inventory risk; consignees do not purchase the goods and theoretically bear less financial risk, though they do bear risk of loss for goods in their care.\n",[433,437,441,445],{"industry":434,"icon_asset_id":435,"specifics":436},"Art and galleries","industry-professional-services","Galleries typically retain 40–60% commission, require exhibition-period exclusivity, and must address authentication documentation and provenance in the goods description.",{"industry":438,"icon_asset_id":439,"specifics":440},"Retail and fashion","industry-retail","Seasonal collection timelines mean consignment periods must align with selling seasons, with clear markdown-authority triggers as end-of-season approaches.",{"industry":442,"icon_asset_id":443,"specifics":444},"Antiques and collectibles","industry-ecommerce","Precise item descriptions with condition grades, provenance references, and auction reserve prices are critical given the high variability in value and the role of condition in final sale price.",{"industry":446,"icon_asset_id":447,"specifics":448},"Manufacturing and wholesale","industry-manufacturing","Suppliers place product lines with distributors or retailers on a consignment basis during market-entry phases, requiring inventory reconciliation systems and clear sell-through rate benchmarks before conversion to outright purchase.",[450,453,456,460],{"vs":84,"vs_template_id":451,"summary":452},"sales-agreement-D14007","A sales agreement transfers full ownership of goods to the buyer at the point of contract — the buyer takes title, bears risk of loss, and pays the agreed price regardless of whether they resell. A consignment agreement retains title with the consignor until a third-party sale occurs; the consignee is an agent, not a buyer. Use a sales agreement when you want immediate payment and a clean transfer; use consignment when you want market exposure without releasing ownership.",{"vs":100,"vs_template_id":454,"summary":455},"distribution-agreement-D182","A distribution agreement appoints a distributor who purchases your goods outright and resells them at their own risk and margin. A consignment agreement keeps title with you — the consignee sells on your behalf and remits proceeds minus commission. Distributors bear inventory risk and offer faster cash; consignment preserves ownership and allows pricing control at the cost of delayed payment.",{"vs":457,"vs_template_id":458,"summary":459},"Agency Agreement","D{AGENCY_AGREEMENT_ID}","An agency agreement appoints an agent to enter into contracts on the principal's behalf — typically for services, not goods. A consignment agreement is a specialized form of agency arrangement specifically for physical goods placed for sale. If your arrangement involves intangible services or ongoing representation rather than specific inventory, an agency agreement is the more appropriate instrument.",{"vs":128,"vs_template_id":461,"summary":462},"loan-agreement-D12819","A loan agreement covers the lending of money with repayment obligations. It has no relevance to goods placed for sale — but consignment is sometimes confused with a goods-loan arrangement (bailment for use). In consignment, the consignee's purpose is to sell, not to use the goods; proceeds flow back to the consignor. A goods-loan or bailment agreement is the appropriate instrument when goods are lent for display or use without any intent to sell.",{"use_template":464,"template_plus_review":468,"custom_drafted":472},{"best_for":465,"cost":466,"time":467},"Small consignment arrangements — boutique retail, craft goods, or art under $5,000 in total value — between parties with an established relationship","Free","20–30 minutes",{"best_for":469,"cost":470,"time":471},"Consignments of high-value goods, multi-location retail chains, or arrangements crossing state or provincial lines","$300–$700","2–4 days",{"best_for":473,"cost":474,"time":475},"Fine art, jewelry, or collectibles exceeding $10,000 in value; international consignment; or arrangements with complex insurance, exclusivity, or revenue-share structures","$1,000–$3,500+","1–3 weeks",[477,482,487,492],{"code":478,"name":479,"flag_asset_id":480,"note":481},"us","United States","flag-us","UCC Article 9 governs consignment arrangements in the US. A consignor who delivers goods worth more than $1,000 to a merchant consignee must file a UCC-1 financing statement in the consignee's state to protect ownership against the consignee's secured creditors and bankruptcy trustee. Without this filing, the consignor may be treated as an unsecured creditor. Several states also have specific consignment statutes — California, New York, and Oregon among them — that impose additional protections for artists and craftspeople, including mandatory written agreements and trust-account requirements for proceeds.",{"code":483,"name":484,"flag_asset_id":485,"note":486},"ca","Canada","flag-ca","Each Canadian province has Personal Property Security Act (PPSA) legislation functionally equivalent to UCC Article 9. Consignors must register a financing statement under the applicable provincial PPSA before delivering goods to a merchant consignee to protect their priority interest. Quebec applies the Civil Code of Quebec rather than the PPSA, and consignment arrangements may be characterized differently — a Quebec lawyer should review agreements involving consignees in that province. French-language contract requirements apply to Quebec-regulated businesses.",{"code":488,"name":489,"flag_asset_id":490,"note":491},"uk","United Kingdom","flag-uk","UK consignment arrangements are governed primarily by the Sale of Goods Act 1979 and common law agency principles. Title retention by the consignor is generally enforceable without registration, but where the consignee is a company, the consignor should consider whether the arrangement could be characterized as a charge requiring registration at Companies House under the Companies Act 2006. The Commercial Agents (Council Directive) Regulations 1993 may apply if the consignee is a self-employed agent negotiating sales — triggering mandatory compensation rights on termination that cannot be contracted out.",{"code":493,"name":494,"flag_asset_id":495,"note":496},"eu","European Union","flag-eu","EU member states each have national legislation implementing the Commercial Agents Directive (86/653/EEC), which grants qualifying agents mandatory rights to commission and indemnity or compensation on contract termination — these rights cannot be waived. If the consignee qualifies as a commercial agent under the directive, the consignor's termination rights are significantly constrained. GDPR considerations arise where the reconciliation process involves personal data of buyers. VAT treatment of consignment varies by member state — in several EU countries, VAT becomes due at the point of consignment transfer rather than at the point of final sale, which affects pricing and invoicing obligations.",[249,246,498,499,500,501,502,503,504,505,506,507],"independent-contractor-agreement-D160","loan-agreement-D417","non-disclosure-agreement-nda-D12692","purchase-order-D1411","sales-invoice-D383","payment-agreement-D13404","advertising-agency-agreement-D1223","product-supply-agreement-D1250","letter-of-intent_acquisition-of-business-D5197","receipt-D395",{"emit_how_to":195,"emit_defined_term":195},{"primary_folder":93,"secondary_folder":510,"document_type":511,"industry":512,"business_stage":513,"tags":514,"confidence":520},"sales-and-purchase","agreement","general","all-stages",[515,516,517,518,519],"contract","commission","consignment","sales-agreement","inventory-management",0.95,"\u003Ch2>What is a Consignment Agreement?\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>A \u003Cstrong>Consignment Agreement\u003C/strong> is a legally binding contract between a goods owner (the \u003Cstrong>consignor\u003C/strong>) and a selling party (the \u003Cstrong>consignee\u003C/strong>) under which the consignee agrees to offer the consignor's goods for sale on the consignor's behalf in exchange for an agreed commission. The defining legal feature is that title to the goods never transfers to the consignee — the consignor retains ownership until a third-party buyer completes a purchase. This structure is common in retail boutiques, art galleries, antique markets, and wholesale distribution, where a supplier wants market exposure without releasing ownership or accepting immediate discounted payment. A properly drafted consignment agreement documents every material term: the goods being placed, the floor price and commission rate, who bears the risk if goods are damaged or stolen, how and when proceeds are remitted, and when unsold goods must be returned.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Why You Need This Document\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Without a written consignment agreement, the consignor has no contractual basis to enforce a minimum sale price, require insurance on their goods, or demand return of unsold inventory on a fixed schedule. If the consignee's business becomes insolvent — a real risk when placing goods with independent retailers — the consignor's ownership claim may be subordinated to secured lenders unless a UCC-1 or equivalent security filing has been made. Verbal consignment arrangements routinely produce disputes over how commission is calculated, who covers shipping for returns, and what condition goods must be in when returned. This template establishes clear, enforceable obligations on both sides, protecting the consignor's ownership interest and giving the consignee a predictable framework for pricing, remittance, and inventory management — without requiring either party to commission a document from scratch.\u003C/p>\n",1779480715199]