International Law

Tupperware Problems

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From a story at Pink Truth,  I learned about this story regarding Tupperware. Tupperware used to be a franchise in the US, but several years ago rebranded as MLM company.

Here is the Tupperware story, from the Times Union. The most famous brand is still Tupperware, the plastic kitchenware, storage containers and other household goods.

Today, the company has 2.1 million independent sales consultants in 100 countries, hosting parties around the globe and selling salad bowls and cake transporters.

It's a business model on which many companies have made billions including Mary Kay Cosmetics, Avon and Pampered Chef kitchen products.

But Tupperware came first and the brand name is still synonymous with home-based parties and independent salespeople.

But all is not peaceful in the Tupperware kingdom. A local saleswoman is speaking out.

You might call Bethany McMahon of Clifton Park a disgruntled Tupperware lady. If I were her, I would be annoyed too. She said that her two-year history with Tupperware was filled with frustration and has cost her hundreds of dollars.

Now, she can't even quit the company without a huge hassle. It started two years ago when she thought she would attempt to supplement her income. She had sold several other home-sale products over the years without much drama. But Tupperware, she said, was the most difficult to deal with, and requires many hidden, out-of-pocket costs."

Just another reason for more pre sale disclosure.

Full post as published by Misleading Advertising Law on October 16, 2008 (boomark / email).