Does Dryject reserve the right to charge a fee for reviewing a proposed supplier?

According to Dryject's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Dryject does reserve the right to charge franchisees a fee for reviewing a proposed supplier of goods used in connection with the franchise. If Dryject determines that it is necessary to inspect the supplier's facilities or conduct tests, the franchisee or the supplier will be required to pay Dryject's actual costs incurred for the inspection and testing.

This means that if a Dryject franchisee wants to use a supplier that is not already approved by Dryject, Dryject has the right to evaluate that supplier. This evaluation may include inspecting the supplier's facilities and conducting tests on the supplier's goods. The franchisee will be responsible for covering Dryject's costs associated with this evaluation.

This policy is fairly common in franchising, as franchisors want to ensure that all suppliers meet their standards for quality and safety. By reserving the right to approve suppliers and charge fees for the review process, Dryject maintains control over its brand standards and protects its reputation. Franchisees should factor in these potential costs when considering using a new supplier.