Victorian Consolidated Legislation

Goods Act 1958 - SECT 20

Sale by sample

20. Sale by sample



(1) A contract of sale is a contract for sale by sample where there is a term
in the contract express or implied to that effect.

(2) In the case of a contract for sale by sample-

   (a)  there is an implied condition that the bulk shall correspond with the
        sample in quality;

   (b)  there is an implied condition that the buyer shall have a reasonable
        opportunity of comparing the bulk with the sample;

   (c)  there is an implied condition that the goods shall be free from any
        defect rendering them unmerchantable which would not be apparent on
        reasonable examination of the sample.

Division 3-Effects of the contract

Transfer of Property as between Seller and Buyer