The United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sales of Goods (CISG) governs all contracts for the international sales of goods between parties located in different nations that have ratified the CISG.

United Nations Convention

An international treaty adopted under the auspices of the United Nations, on various global issues ranging from human rights to environmental protection.

International Sales

Transactions involving the sale of goods between parties located in different countries.

CISG

The United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods, a treaty that provides a uniform framework for international commerce.