Business · 05/05/1997Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

SBA Waives Nonmanufacturer Rule for Small Businesses

Summary

The Small Business Administration (SBA) is waiving the Nonmanufacturer Rule for certain products, allowing small businesses to purchase from any domestic manufacturer, as no small businesses currently manufacture these products.

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