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Trade Associations

FAQs on trade associations, explaining their role in market competition, potential anti-competitive practices, and regulatory considerations under Singapore’s competition law.

Last updated 23 May 2025
1. Do actions of associations fall within the ambit of the Act?
2. What are the types of activities associations can, or cannot engage in, to avoid contravening the Act?
3. Can a financial penalty be imposed on an association even if it does not benefit from the anti-competitive activities on the part of its members?
4. Are price recommendations by trade or other associations considered anti-competitive under the Act?
5. Where can associations get further information and advice?