Closely linked technical know-how fee and poultry feed premix...

Closely linked technical know-how fee and poultry feed premix purchase transactions may be aggregated for transfer-pricing purposes under Rules 10AD(d) and 10B. Where know-how fees are netted against premix purchase costs and the associated enterprise's invoice prices are accepted under the CUP method, the resulting reduction in net purchase cost supports arm's length treatment; the separate adjustment for know-how fees was deleted. Related-party performance incentives to directors cannot be disallowed merely because of the relationship. Disallowance requires material showing that expenditure is excessive or unreasonable against fair market value, legitimate business needs, or benefits derived. In the absence of findings or comparables, the incentive provision disallowance was deleted.