Fair Trade Commission Conducts On-Site Investigation of bhc Over Alleged Forced Purchase of Expensive Frying Oil by Franchisees
[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Hyung-min] The Fair Trade Commission conducted an on-site investigation of the chicken franchise bhc, which has been accused of forcing franchisees to purchase frying oil at inflated prices.
According to industry sources on the 28th, the Fair Trade Commission recently conducted an on-site investigation at bhc's headquarters to investigate allegations of violations of the Franchise Business Act.
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Earlier, the People's Solidarity for Participatory Democracy and the National Franchisee Association reported bhc to the Fair Trade Commission in June, claiming that bhc headquarters unfairly forced franchisees to purchase pre-made high-oleic sunflower oil at inflated prices.
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