South Carolina Trust in Restraint of Trade (SC TRUST) is a legal agreement between two or more parties that restricts or limits trade in a particular area or industry within the state of South Carolina. The purpose of these agreements is to protect the interest of the parties by preventing competition between them or allowing only limited competition. The agreement is binding on all parties and can be enforced through the courts if necessary. There are two main types of South Carolina Trust in Restraint of Trade: horizontal and vertical. Horizontal Trusts are agreements between two or more parties that deal in the same market or industry, such as suppliers and retailers. Vertical Trusts are agreements between parties in different industries, such as manufacturers and distributors. Both types of Trusts are subject to the same regulations and laws and must meet certain strict requirements in order to be legally enforceable.