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Exclusivity

An exclusivity clause prevents a party from dealing with others — for example a supplier appointed as the only supplier, or a distributor given sole rights in a territory.

Prepared by a retired English qualified solicitor (LLB, LLM) · reviewed · applies across the UK unless stated · how we draft

In more detail

Exclusivity can raise competition law issues if it is too wide or too long, and restrictions on individuals can be unenforceable as restraints of trade.

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Reviewed 2026-09-24. General legal information, not legal advice.