The trade secret is obtained by observation, study, disassembly or testing of a product available to the public

The trade secret is obtained by a person who knew or ought to have known that the trade secret had been obtained directly or indirectly from another person unlawfully

The trade secret is obtained by exercise of the right of workers or workers' representatives to information and consultation

The trade secret is obtained by an independent discovery or creation

The trade secret is obtained in breach of a confidentiality agreement 

The trade secret is obtained by unauthorised copying of documents under the control of the trade secret holder