Common use of Indirect Materials Clause in Contracts

Indirect Materials. 1. For purposes of determining whether a good is originating, the origin of the indirect materials defined in paragraph 2 shall not be taken into account. 2. Indirect materials means articles used in the production of a good which are neither physically incorporated into it, nor form part of it, including: (a) fuel, energy, catalysts, and solvents; (b) equipment, devices, and supplies used for testing or inspecting the goods; (c) gloves, glasses, footwear, clothing, safety equipment, and supplies;