Instruction on the Right of Withdrawal

In the B2B sector (Business-to-Business), there is no statutory right of withdrawal for entrepreneurs. This means that an entrepreneur who purchases from another entrepreneur generally does not have the option to return goods within a certain period without stating reasons.

• The right of withdrawal is a consumer protection right, designed to protect consumers from impulsive purchases in distance selling.

• If two companies (B2B) conclude a contract, it is assumed that both parties are able to negotiate on equal terms and that no protection through a right of withdrawal is necessary.

• However, it is possible for a company to voluntarily agree on a right of withdrawal in a contract with another company, but this is not required by law.

• Entrepreneurs may, however, make use of their statutory warranty rights if the delivered goods are defective.