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China Contract Templates: Bilingual, Enforceable, Built for Western Buyers

Every stage of a China supplier relationship. English + Simplified Chinese. The Chinese version governs. Enforceable under PRC law.

Western contracts don't work in China. These do.

Most importers use a Western contract template, or nothing at all. When something goes wrong, they find out what that costs. Every template in this collection is built the way Chinese courts actually work: the Chinese version governs, PRC governing law and jurisdiction where the supplier operates, RMB liquidated damages with pre-estimate language Chinese courts will enforce without proof of exact loss. The supplier has a chop on the signature page, the red seal that actually binds a Chinese company.

China Contract Library - all 9 for $247

Every contract on this page plus the Payment Protection Pack, in one download. $247 instead of $406.

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China NNN Agreement - $47

Stop your factory from copying your product. Use before you share any designs.

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China OEM Supply Agreement - $57

The master framework for ongoing supply: tooling, quality, anti-knockoff, RMB penalties.

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China Exclusive Distribution Agreement - $57

Lock your territory. Bar the factory from selling around you.

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China Sales Agency Agreement - $47

Appoint an agent who earns commission. Your customers and IP stay protected.

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China Product Development Agreement - $47

All IP, tooling, and CAD files assigned to you, not the factory.

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China Manufacturing Contract - $37

The foundational agreement for any production run.

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The China Sourcing System: Complete Bundle - $97

The whole chain covered at once: protect the design, paper the build, govern ongoing supply, and lock your territory.

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Which contract do you need?

NNN Agreement → Product Development → OEM Supply → Distribution → Sales Agency

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Common Questions

Why do China contracts need to be bilingual?

Chinese courts conduct proceedings in Mandarin. A contract only in English, or one where the English version governs, may not be accepted or enforced by a Chinese court. Bilingual contracts with a Chinese governing clause are the standard for enforceable agreements with Chinese suppliers.

Which contract do I need for my situation?

Start with a China Supplier Contract Guide: if you're sharing designs with a new factory, NNN Agreement. Starting production: OEM Supply Agreement or Manufacturing Contract. Developing a new product: Product Development Agreement. Setting up distribution: Exclusive Distribution Agreement. Appointing a sales agent: Sales Agency Agreement. Paying for a mold or tooling: Mold & Tooling Ownership Agreement. Or get all 6 in the Contracts Vault.

Are these templates suitable for small importers?

Yes. These templates are designed for Western buyers of all sizes, from individual importers placing their first order to procurement teams at established companies. The bracketed fill-in format makes customization straightforward.

Do I still need a lawyer?

Yes, for any agreement before you sign it. These templates give you a professional, operator-built starting point that costs $37 to $57 instead of $300 to $1,500 per draft. You still use a lawyer to review and finalize, but you come in with 80% of the work done.

⚠️ These are professional templates and market intelligence, not legal advice. Laws and enforcement in China change. Have a qualified PRC lawyer review and finalize any agreement before you sign, especially the Chinese text, which governs.

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