I asked the artificial intelligence to “write a contract for the international sale of goods” (Jetpack AI Assistant developed by Automattic; request made in January 2024). Below is the contract drafted by AI. What are your comments? Do you think that all the important issues are addressed? If you think that some clauses are missing, first list them and then draft them and insert them in the contract.
International Sale Contract
This International Sale Contract (“Contract”) is entered into as of [Date], by and between:
Seller: [Legal Name of Seller]
Address: [Seller’s Address]
Contact: [Seller’s Contact Information]
Buyer: [Legal Name of Buyer]
Address: [Buyer’s Address]
Contact: [Buyer’s Contact Information]
Overview
This Contract pertains to the sale of the following goods in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth herein.
1. Goods
The Seller agrees to sell and the Buyer agrees to purchase the following goods:
- Description: [Detailed Description of Goods]
- Quantity: [Quantity of Goods]
- Quality: [Quality Standards]
2. Price
The total purchase price for the goods shall be [Agreed Price] in [Currency], inclusive of all taxes and duties.
3. Delivery
Delivery of the goods shall be made to the following address:
- Address: [Delivery Address]
- Date: [Agreed Delivery Date]
4. Payment
Payment shall be made in [Payment Method] as follows:
- [Payment Schedule and Terms]
5. Risk of Loss
The risk of loss or damage to the goods shall be with the [Party Responsible], as per the agreed Incoterm.
6. Governing Law and
Jurisdiction
1 – In French: compétence. Refers to the extent of the powers of a court, its ability to adjudicate a dispute. 2 – In French: juridiction. Refers to the territory in which an institution is competent.Jurisdiction
This Contract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Governing Law], and any disputes shall be resolved through [Dispute Resolution Mechanism].
7. Inspection
The Buyer shall have the right to inspect the goods upon arrival and shall notify the Seller of any non-conformities within [Number of Days] days of receipt.
8. Warranties
The Seller warrants that the goods conform to the description and quality standards as specified herein.
9. Force Majeure
Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performance under this Contract due to events beyond their reasonable control.
10. Entire Agreement
This Contract constitutes the entire agreement between the parties pertaining to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, representations, and understandings of the parties.
In witness whereof, the parties hereto have executed this Contract as of the date first above written.
Seller:
[Signature] [Printed Name] [Date]
Buyer:
[Signature] [Printed Name] [Date]
