Contract Law (Chapter 53): Primary legislation governing contract formation and enforcement in Singapore, incorporating English common law principles through the Application of English Law Act
Sale of Goods Act (Chapter 393): Regulates the sale of goods, including terms, conditions, rights and obligations of parties in sales transactions
Unfair Contract Terms Act (Chapter 396): Controls the use of exclusion and limitation clauses in contracts, ensuring fairness in contractual relationships
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Protects consumer interests in business transactions, relevant if B2C elements are present in the business sales
Companies Act (Chapter 50): Governs corporate entities' operations and transactions in Singapore, including their capacity to enter into contracts
Business Names Registration Act 2014: Regulates business registration and naming requirements for entities conducting business in Singapore
Goods and Services Tax Act (Chapter 117A): Governs GST obligations and requirements in business transactions and sales agreements
Electronic Transactions Act: Provides legal framework for electronic transactions and digital signatures in contracts
Competition Act (Chapter 50B): Ensures fair competition and prevents anti-competitive practices in business agreements
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in business transactions
United Nations Convention on Contracts (CISG): International sales law applicable to cross-border business transactions, if relevant
Singapore Arbitration Act: Provides framework for arbitration as a dispute resolution mechanism in business agreements
