Is an Itan franchisee required to comply with federal and state licensing requirements?
Itan Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You must comply with all federal and state licensing and other regulatory requirements relating to the operation of your Salon. A federal law imposes a 10% national sales tax on UV tanning services. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates the labeling of tanning equipment and places limits on the amount of time a person can be exposed to UV tanning. The FDA also requires adherence to certain specifications for timers and bulbs and restricts certain representations about indoor tanning services. Many state and local governments have also implemented laws and regulations to regulate businesses offering indoor tanning services, including laws that establish a minimum age requirement for persons who use indoor tanning services. In California, customers must be 18 or older to receive UV tanning services. There may be other laws and regulations that apply to your Salon. We strongly suggest you investigate these laws before buying this franchise.
Source: Item 1 — FRANCHISOR AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 7–9)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Itan's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must comply with all federal and state licensing and other regulatory requirements relating to the operation of their salon. This includes adhering to federal laws such as the 10% national sales tax on UV tanning services. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) also regulates the labeling of tanning equipment, limits exposure times, sets specifications for timers and bulbs, and restricts certain claims about indoor tanning services.
Many state and local governments have implemented laws and regulations for businesses offering indoor tanning services, including minimum age requirements. For example, in California, customers must be 18 or older to receive UV tanning services. Itan strongly suggests that prospective franchisees investigate these laws before buying the franchise.
This requirement is standard in the franchise industry, as franchisees are responsible for ensuring their businesses operate legally and safely. Failing to comply with these regulations can result in fines, penalties, or even the closure of the Itan salon. Therefore, it is crucial for potential franchisees to conduct thorough research and seek legal counsel to understand all applicable laws and regulations in their specific location.