👉 Depotentiation is a legal concept used in the United States and Canada that refers to the process of reducing the cost of goods by moving them from one location to another. This process often involves purchasing goods from suppliers located closer to their customers, which can result in lower costs and increased efficiency. For example, a company may purchase goods from a supplier located in a region with higher demand for its products, but not in a region where the supply is more abundant or cheaper. By moving the goods