Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Primary law governing commercial transactions in the US, particularly Article 2 which deals with sales of goods
Sherman Antitrust Act and Clayton Act: Federal antitrust laws that regulate competition and prevent monopolistic practices in trade agreements
Federal Trade Commission Act: Provides framework for consumer protection and fair competition in commercial practices
Export Administration Regulations (EAR): Regulates the export of commercial and dual-use items, important for international trade agreements
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR): Controls the export and import of defense-related articles and services
Commodity Exchange Act: Regulates trading in commodity futures and options markets in the United States
Securities Exchange Act: Governs securities trading and requires registration of securities exchanges, brokers, and dealers
Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR): Sets requirements for reporting exports from the United States
Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act: Modernizes and enhances enforcement of U.S. trade laws and regulations
Bank Secrecy Act: Requires financial institutions to assist government agencies in detecting and preventing money laundering
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations: Framework of laws designed to prevent illegal money laundering activities in trade
USA PATRIOT Act: Includes provisions affecting international financial transactions and enhanced due diligence requirements
State Contract Laws: Specific state-level regulations governing contract formation and enforcement
INCOTERMS: International commercial terms that define responsibilities of buyers and sellers in international trade
CISG: United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods, providing uniform rules for international trade
