international-distribution-agreement
Drafts an international distribution agreement covering appointment, territory, exclusivity, Incoterms, export controls, sanctions, anti-corruption, IP licensing, and dispute resolution. Use when drafting or revising a cross-border distribution agreement, exclusive distributor appointment, or global channel contract. Triggers: international distribution, exclusive distributor, Incoterms, export controls, sanctions, anti-corruption, CISG opt-out.
Best use case
international-distribution-agreement is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Drafts an international distribution agreement covering appointment, territory, exclusivity, Incoterms, export controls, sanctions, anti-corruption, IP licensing, and dispute resolution. Use when drafting or revising a cross-border distribution agreement, exclusive distributor appointment, or global channel contract. Triggers: international distribution, exclusive distributor, Incoterms, export controls, sanctions, anti-corruption, CISG opt-out.
Teams using international-distribution-agreement should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/international-distribution-agreement/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How international-distribution-agreement Compares
| Feature / Agent | international-distribution-agreement | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Drafts an international distribution agreement covering appointment, territory, exclusivity, Incoterms, export controls, sanctions, anti-corruption, IP licensing, and dispute resolution. Use when drafting or revising a cross-border distribution agreement, exclusive distributor appointment, or global channel contract. Triggers: international distribution, exclusive distributor, Incoterms, export controls, sanctions, anti-corruption, CISG opt-out.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# International Distribution Agreement Cross-border distribution agreement allocating commercial risk, regulatory responsibility, and IP protection between supplier and distributor. ## Prerequisites Collect before drafting: 1. **Parties** — legal names, entity type, jurisdiction, registration numbers, signing authority 2. **Products** — specs, regulatory classification, IP ownership, trademarks, certifications 3. **Territory** — countries/regions, customer carve-outs, online/direct sales rules, sub-distributor rights 4. **Commercial terms** — pricing model, currency, credit support, minimums/targets, forecast cadence 5. **Logistics** — Incoterms (current ICC edition), named place/port, inspection timeline, insurance 6. **Compliance** — export/import regimes, sanctions lists, anti-bribery laws, data protection triggers 7. **Disputes** — governing law, forum/arbitration seat, language, interim relief preferences ## Workflow 1. **Intake** — capture assumptions and open variables; confirm with user 2. **Appointment** — exclusivity, territory, channels, reserved customers, performance thresholds 3. **Transaction mechanics** — orders, acceptance, pricing, payment/security, delivery, risk/title 4. **Compliance** — export controls, sanctions, anti-corruption, product regulatory, data protection 5. **IP/brand** — license scope, approvals, infringement handling, confidentiality, post-term cleanup 6. **Exit and disputes** — term/renewal, termination, sell-off, governing law, CISG, arbitration 7. **Boilerplate** — independent contractor, assignment/change of control, force majeure, notices ## Clause Map | Clause | Must Cover | Options | |---|---|---| | Appointment & Territory | Exclusivity, carve-outs, KPI targets | Non-exclusive; exclusive with performance cure | | Orders | PO requirements, acceptance window | Modify/cancel rules, fees | | Pricing | Adjustments, notice, price protection | FX pass-through, raw material triggers | | Payment | Method, due date, late interest | LC/standby LC, advance payment | | Delivery | Incoterms, risk transfer, title | Supplier or distributor insurance | | Inspection/Warranty | Inspection window, remedies | Repair/replace/refund | | Compliance | Export controls, sanctions, anti-corruption | Audit rights, termination triggers | | IP & Brand | License scope, approvals, goodwill | Prohibit third-party registrations | | Confidentiality | Scope, duration, trade secrets | Survival period | | Term/Termination | Term, renewal, cure periods | Immediate termination for sanctions breach | | Post-Term | Sell-off, returns, support | Customer warranty handling | | Liability/Indemnity | Caps, exclusions, carve-outs | IP/compliance carve-outs from cap | | Disputes | Governing law, CISG, arbitration | Courts, interim relief | ## Template Skeleton 1. Definitions 2. Appointment and Territory 3. Products; Forecasts 4. Orders; Acceptance; Cancellations 5. Pricing; Taxes/Duties; Adjustments 6. Payment Terms; Credit Support 7. Delivery; Incoterms; Title/Risk 8. Inspection; Returns; Warranty 9. Compliance: Export/Import; Sanctions; Anti-Corruption; Regulatory; Data 10. IP License; Brand Use; Infringement 11. Confidentiality; Records; Audit 12. Indemnities; Limitation of Liability 13. Term; Renewal; Termination 14. Post-Term Obligations; Sell-Off 15. Dispute Resolution; Governing Law; CISG 16. General: Independent Contractor; Assignment; Force Majeure; Notices; Amendments; Counterparts 17. Signatures ## Pitfalls and Checks - Exclude CISG by default — include only if parties affirmatively opt in - Specify Incoterms with named place/port **and** ICC edition year - If exclusivity granted, define performance thresholds, measurement period, and cure mechanism - Allocate import duties, VAT, and clearance responsibilities explicitly - Require ongoing sanctions screening for parties and sub-distributors - Include anti-corruption representations with audit/records obligations - Specify which party is registrant/applicant for product regulatory approvals - Add cross-border data transfer mechanism if personal data is involved - Carve out IP, confidentiality, and compliance breaches from liability caps - Provide sell-off period with payment obligations and brand-use limits post-termination
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