European Commission Standard
Contractual Clauses
European Commission Standard
Contractual Clauses
Last Updated: 10/01/2023
Table of Contents
1. Definitions and Interpretation
2. Details of the Transfer
3. Obligations of the Data Exporter
4. Obligations of the Data Importer
5. Liability and Third Party Rights
6. Termination
7. Governing Law
8. Resolution of Disputes
9. Appendices
1. Definitions and Interpretation
Terms like “Data Exporter,” “Data Importer,” “Data Subject,” “Personal Data,” etc., should be clearly defined.
2. Details of the Transfer
Explain the types, nature, and purpose of the data transfer, including details about the categories of personal data and any special categories of data.
3. Obligations of the Data Exporter
Specify the responsibilities of the data exporter, such as ensuring that there is a legal basis for the data transfer.
4. Obligations of the Data Importer
Specify the responsibilities of the data importer, such as implementing appropriate safeguards for the data and ensuring prompt notification in case of a data breach.
5. Liability and Third Party Rights
Explain how liability will be apportioned between the parties and what rights third parties may have.
6. Termination
State the conditions under which the contract may be terminated and what happens to the personal data upon termination.
7. Governing Law
Specify the law governing the clauses.
8. Resolution of Disputes
Outline the mechanism for resolving disputes related to or arising from the contract.
9. Appendices
Include any additional information or documentation, such as technical and organizational measures in place for data security.