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competitors may be present, it is important to emphasize the ongoing commitment
of our members and the Association to full compliance with national and other
antitrust laws
Association's structure is fashioned and its programs are carried out in conformance
with antitrust standards.
An equal responsibility for antitrust compliance Ͳ which includes avoidance of even
an appearance of improper activity Ͳ belongs to the individual.
The appearance of improper activity must be avoided because actual proof of
misconduct is not required only whether misconduct can be inferred from the
individual's activities.
Compliance with AOAC policy and guidelines involves not only avoidance of antitrust
violations, but avoidance of any behavior which might be perceived as such.
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The document states antitrust laws in general terms, and is not a summary
of applicable laws.
It is intended only to highlight and emphasize the principal antitrust
standards which are relevant to AOAC programs and activities.
Signing the AOAC INTERNATIONAL Volunteer Acceptance Form means that
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