For 'limited time only' promotional sauce programs, what is the minimum quantity of sauce a Bonchon franchisee is required to purchase?
Bonchon Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You must, at your expense, participate in, and comply with the requirements of any special promotional programs that we (or our affiliates) may develop and implement (including, without limitation, any limited time only proprietary sauce promotions). You must purchase and maintain an inventory of the promotional products (including, without limitation, any of our limited time only proprietary sauces) being offered during Bonchon's special promotional program for the duration of such program. Your inventory of such promotional products must be sufficient to meet customer demand. For any "limited time only" promotional sauce programs, you will be required to purchase a minimum of one (1) case of limited time only sauce (which we may auto-ship to you) to satisfy customer demand for the limited time product offering.
Source: Item 8 — RESTRICTIONS ON SOURCES OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES (FDD pages 37–42)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bonchon's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to participate in special promotional programs, including limited-time proprietary sauce promotions. As part of this, franchisees must purchase and maintain sufficient inventory of the promotional products to meet customer demand for the duration of the program.
Specifically, for any 'limited time only' promotional sauce programs, a Bonchon franchisee is required to purchase a minimum of one case of the limited-time-only sauce. This minimum purchase ensures that the franchisee can satisfy customer demand for the special product offering. Bonchon may also auto-ship the minimum required quantity of the promotional sauce to the franchisee.
This requirement ensures brand consistency and availability of promotional items across all Bonchon locations, allowing customers to reliably access these offerings. Franchisees should factor in the cost of these minimum purchases when budgeting for promotional activities and managing inventory.