Mitteilung der Kommission Leitlinien für vertikale Beschränkungen SEK(2010) 411 endg.; Ratsdok. 9776/10

This document outlines the European Commission's guidelines on vertical restraints in competition law. It clarifies how the EU assesses agreements between companies operating at different levels of the supply chain, such as between manufacturers and distributors. These guidelines affect businesses involved in supply chains, influencing how they structure their contracts and distribution strategies to comply with competition rules and avoid penalties.