These General Terms and Conditions ("GTC") govern all contracts entered into by CHG-MERIDIAN Finland OY ("Seller") with business customers ("Buyer") for the sale of used IT equipment. They apply to all current and future transactions. Conflicting Buyer terms shall not apply unless expressly accepted in writing.
2.1 The Seller issues a written offer valid for 14 days. Acceptance occurs upon receipt of the signed purchase agreement.
2.2 Verbal agreements are valid only if confirmed in writing.
3.1 Prices are net EXW from the specified Finnish location. Packaging suitable for shipping is included.
3.2 Prices exclude Finnish VAT, which applies unless export documentation supports exemption. Refunds possible if proof is provided after payment.
4.1 Immediate payment via bank transfer from a business account is required.
4.2 Sales are EXW under Incoterms 2020.
4.3 Dispatch only after full payment or proof thereof. Statutory interest applies in case of delay.
4.4 Delay in pickup or cooperation triggers Seller rights under clause 8.
4.5 Shipment is optional and at Buyer's cost.
4.6 Set-off/retention rights apply only for undisputed or enforceable claims.
Seller may make partial deliveries upon prepayment.
6.1 VAT exemption for intra-EU deliveries applies only with valid Finnish VAT ID and confirmation of receipt outside Finland.
6.2 Buyer must inform Seller of its VAT ID and changes thereof.
6.3 Failure to comply may lead to VAT charge and liability for Seller's costs.
6.4 Seller is not responsible for false Buyer declarations unless due to gross negligence.
7.1 Buyer is responsible for necessary export licenses unless legally obligated otherwise.
7.2 Buyer must not export/re-export goods in violation of EU/German/Finnish sanctions.
7.3 No-Russia Clause: Goods may not be exported to Russia or for Russian use. Breaches are material and allow contract termination and penalties.
8.1 Seller may withdraw if: a) Buyer fails to pay within 3 days of the collection date; b) Buyer delays pickup beyond 7 days; c) Buyer violates export clauses.
8.2 Buyer is liable for damages and storage fees (€1/day/pallet + €75 admin fee).
8.3 Buyer may prove lesser damages.
Risk passes at collection or handover to carrier. Buyer bears all transport-related risk and cost.
10.1 Equipment is sold as-is without warranty unless stated.
10.2 Type A: no technical or visual defects (normal wear excepted);
Type B: only cosmetic defects allowed. Guarantee period as per agreement.
10.3 RMA form required for returns. Buyer bears return cost.
10.4 Batteries and consumables excluded.
10.5 Software and accessories only included if explicitly agreed.
11.1 Seller liable only for intent or gross negligence.
11.2 Liability for injury, death, and under Finnish product liability law remains.
11.3 All other liability is excluded.
11.4 Same applies to Seller's employees and agents.
11.5 Force majeure applies.
Ownership remains with Seller until full payment is received.
13.1 Finnish law applies. CISG is excluded.
13.2 Jurisdiction lies with the courts of Helsinki, Finland.
13.3 Place of performance is the Seller's warehouse in Finland.
13.4 Invalid provisions are to be replaced with valid terms that best reflect the original intent.