Conclusion
Compliancewith these guidelines involves not only avoidance of antitrust violations, but avoidance of any
behaviorwhichmight be so construed. Bear inmind, however, that the above antitrust laws are stated in
general terms, and that this statement is not a summaryof applicable laws. It is intended only tohighlight
and emphasize the principal antitrust standardswhich are relevant toAOAC programs. Youmust,
therefore, seek the guidance of eitherAOAC counsel or your own counsel if antitrust questions arise.
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Adopted by theAOACBoard ofDirectors: September 24, 1989
Revised: March 11, 1991
RevisedOctober 1996
