Distributor

/dɪˈstrɪbjətər/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A person or entity that supplies goods to retailers or directly to the public.
    The distributor delivered the products to various retail stores.
  2. (n.) A party authorized to sell and distribute a company's products in a specific territory.
    The company appointed a new distributor for the Southeast region.

Forms

  • distributors

Commentary

In contracts, specify territorial and exclusivity terms when defining a distributor's rights to avoid disputes.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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