What laws must a Dq Treat Participating Location comply with regarding the sale of equipment?
Dq_Treat Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- (j) Export Laws. Participating Location acknowledges that the sale of the Equipment may be subject to export and import control laws, restrictions and regulations imposed by the United States or other jurisdictions. Participating Location shall comply with all applicable export laws, restrictions and regulations of the United States, the European Union or other foreign agency or authority, and Participating Location agrees not to import, export or re-export, or allow the import, export, or re-export of, any Equipment in violation of any such laws, restrictions, or regulations. Participating Location certifies to PAR that it is not on any U.S. government restricted parties list or similar list, and Participating Location shall be solely responsible for obtaining any and all necessary licenses in connection with the import, export or re-export of the Equipment.
Source: Item 17 — The following paragraph is added to the end of Item 17 of the Disclosure Document: (FDD pages 70–378)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Dq Treat Franchise Disclosure Document, a Participating Location must comply with export and import control laws, restrictions, and regulations imposed by the United States or other jurisdictions regarding the sale of equipment. The Participating Location is responsible for adhering to all applicable export laws, restrictions, and regulations of the United States, the European Union, or other foreign agencies or authorities. They must not import, export, or re-export any equipment in violation of these laws.
Furthermore, the Dq Treat Participating Location certifies to PAR (ParTech, Inc.) that it is not on any U.S. government restricted parties list or similar list. The Participating Location is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses related to the import, export, or re-export of the equipment. This indicates that franchisees need to ensure they are aware of and compliant with all relevant international trade regulations when purchasing equipment through PAR.
This requirement places a significant responsibility on the Dq Treat franchisee to conduct due diligence and ensure compliance with all applicable laws. Failure to comply with these regulations could result in legal consequences, including fines and penalties. Prospective franchisees should consult with legal counsel to fully understand their obligations and ensure they have the necessary processes in place to comply with these laws.