Code of Ethics and Rules of Conduct for
Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor
Section Contents
Section 1: Introduction
Section 2: Definitions
Section 3: Becoming a Distributor
Section 4: Responsibilities of All Distributors
Section 5: Sponsorship Responsibilities
Section 6: Preservation of the Line of Sponsorship
Section 7: Presentation of the Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales and Marketing Plan
Section 8: Bonuses and Taxes
Section 9: Terms and conditions for Sales of Products
Section 10: Use of the Ipurz International (P) Limited Trade Name, Trademarks and Copy Right Materials
Section 11: Death and Inheritance
Section 12: Rules and Regulations for Internet Usage
Section 13: Enforcement of the Ipurz International (P) Limited Rules of Conduct
Section 14: Termination and De-Sponsorship
Section 15: Suspension of a Distributorship
Section 16: Termination, De-Sponsorship or Suspension by Ipurz International (P) Limited without Formal Complaint
Section 17: Disposition of Terminated, De-Sponsored
Section 18: Review by Ipurz International (P) Limited Marketing Private Limited
Code of Ethics of Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributors
As owner of my Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributorship, I agree to conduct my Ipurz International (P) Limited business according to the following ethical guidelines:
1. As a basic guideline in my activities as an Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor, I will endeavour to always treat others, as I would have them to treat me.
2. I will respect and follow this Code of Ethics and the Rules of Conduct observing not only “the letter “but also “the spirit” thereof.
3. I will present Ipurz International (P) Limited Products and the Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales and Marketing Plan to all prospective distributors in a truthful and honest manner, and I will make sure to present only what is approved in official Ipurz International (P) Limited publications.
4. I will be courteous and prompt in the handling of any and all claims for exchange and return and follow the Rules of Conduct in its official publications.
5. I will conduct myself in such a manner as to reflect only the highest standards of integrity, frankness and responsibility because I recognize that my conduct as an Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor has far reaching effects.
6. I will accept and carry out the responsibilities of an Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor as set forth in official Ipurz International (P) Limited publications.
7. In my Ipurz International (P) Limited product sales activities, and for the purposes of protecting the Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales and Marketing Plan, I will use only Ipurz International (P) Limited produced or Ipurz International (P) Limited authorized publications.
RULES OF CONDUCT
Section 1: Introduction
The Ipurz International (P) Limited Rules of Conduct define and establish certain principles to be followed in the development and maintenance of an Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributorship and the rights, duties, and
responsibilities of each Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor. The Rules are designed to preserve the benefits available to all the Distributors under Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales and Marketing Plan.
Ipurz International (P) Limited and its Distributors have a binding contractual relationship. The terms and conditions of this relationship are set forth in the Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributor Application Form, Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales & Marketing
Plan and Ipurz International (P) Limited Rules of Conduct as updated by Ipurz International (P) Limited from time-to-time. (Herein after referred to as the Official Documents”)
From time to time the content of these Documents may be amended by Ipurz International (P) Limited. Ipurz International (P) Limited will, prior to making any amendment to the Official Documents, submit to the Distributor leadership for discussion, evaluation, and recommendation, proposed endments other than those necessitated due to any government order, regulation or law. Final decision-making authority with respect to any amendment rests with Ipurz International (P) Limited. Ipurz International (P) Limited will notify all such amendments to the distributor by publishing on its web site www. support@IpurzInternational.com
Section 2: Definitions
2.1 In these Rules unless the context otherwise require, the following words and phrases shall mean what is given below:
2.1.1 “Ipurz International (P) Limited” means Ipurz International (P) Limited Marketing Pvt. Ltd. a company registered under the Companies Act, 1956 having its registered office at 118, Sayanti Appartment, Madhyamgram, Kolkata 700129 support
2.1.2 “Ipurz International (P) Limited” means the aggregated rights, duties, and privileges of a Distributor to conduct business with Ipurz International (P) Limited.
2.1.3 “Ipurz International (P) Limited Products” means all goods and services, including literature and other support or auxiliary materials, made available by Ipurz International (P) Limited to distributors
2.1.4 Ipurz International (P) Limited sales and marketing plan means the plan provided by Ipurz International (P) Limited detailing performance incentive, system, sponsoring procedures and guidelines, requirements, and policies regarding the presentation of Ipurz International (P) Limited products, the Ipurz International (P) Limited business and the management of an Ipurz International (P) Limited organization, as amended from time to time by and of which these rules are a part.
2.1.5 “Business Support Materials” (BSM) refers to any produced materials, in both written and recorded form, and meetings which may be developed, produced, and distributed by Ipurz International (P) Limited for the purpose of Training and motivating the Distributors in their Business Group, as well as for the purpose of attracting prospects in becoming Distributors, which is regulated in terms of section 7 herein below
The only requirement which a sponsoring distributor can impose a prospect whom he is willing to sponsor is that the prospect shall fill and sign application form and submit it to Ipurz International (P) Limited and receive a confirmation from Ipurz International (P) Limited.
2.1.9 “Cross Group Selling” means that a Distributor selling products to a Distributor in other Lines of sponsorship
2.1.10 “Distributor” means a person or entity that is introduced to the Ipurz International (P) Limited business and is accepted by Ipurz International (P) Limited as a Distributor in accordance with Section 3 of these Rules; this term includes the terms “Sponsor”, and “Blue Diamond member” except when the context requires otherwise. Distributors are independent distributor, operating their own independent businesses, and have no employment, agency or similar relationship with Ipurz International (P) Limited .
2.1.11 “Distributor Application” means application Form detailing the terms and condition of Distributorship that is required to be filled in and submitted by a person desiring to become an Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor.
2.1.12 “Line of Sponsorship” shall include in an ascending manner the Sponsor of a Distributor, the Sponsor’s Sponsor, and so forth and shall end at Ipurz International (P) Limited
.
2.1.13 “Market” means the territory of India and such additional territories as may be added by Ipurz International (P) Limited time to time.
2.1.14 “Rules of Conduct”/ “Rules” shall mean these Rules of Conduct for Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributors and the Policies & Procedures which can be changed or modified by Ipurz International (P) Limited from time to time, as provided in these Rules.
2.1.15 “Sponsor” means a Distributor who introduces to Ipurz International (P) Limited an applicant for authorization as an independent distributor who in turn becomes an independent Distributor by virtue of Ipurz International (P) Limited’s acceptance of his distributor application. Personally sponsored distributor has a corresponding meaning.
2.1.16 All the terms used in these Rules that are defined or explained in the Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales and Marketing Plan shall have the same meaning as given in the Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales and Marketing Plan.
2.2 Except when the content so requires, everything that is in the singular shall include the plural, and whatever refers to the masculine shall include the feminine.
2.3 The Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales and Marketing Plan shall be considered to be an integral part of these Rules of Conduct.
3.1 Application: An applicant to become a Distributor of Ipurz International (P) Limited must
1) Fill up, sign and file a Distributor Application for authorization to become an Independent Distributor and sell Ipurz International (P) Limited products.
Distributorships may be taken up in individual capacity, as sole proprietorship concerns, or partnership firms. Distributor Application Form duly filled in all respects and accompanied by necessary documents like Pan Card, Address Proof, Bank Details with NEFT code etc should be deposited in Ipurz International (P) Limited registered offices.
3.2 Equal Opportunity: The opportunity to become a Independent Distributor is available to anyone regardless of race, sex, nationality and religious or political beliefs.
3.3 Requirements:-Without limiting Ipurz International (P) Limited’s rights, the following are requirements for becoming a Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributorship:
3.3.1 A Distributor must be at least 18 years of age;
3.3.2 He must not be unable to manage his business due to mental or legal reasons;
3.3.3 He must not have been suspended from his current profession or business by any professional association, society, or institution;
3.3.4 He must not be in jail and/or confined to any correctional institution of any kind.
3.4 Acceptance or Rejection of Application: Ipurz International (P) Limited reserves the right to accept or reject any application to be a Distributor without having to give any explanation whatsoever.
3.5 Date of Authorization: An application shall be considered accepted when Ipurz International (P) Limited enters the personal details of a Distributor on its records and communicates its acceptance to the Distributor in any manner by sending letter or an e mail for confirmation. The Distributor may retail products only after receiving confirmation from Ipurz International (P) Limited.
3.6 Prohibited Sponsoring Practices: No prospect, as a condition to Distributor shall be required to, becoming a new distributor shall be requiring to nor any currently authorised Distributor, as a condition to provide assistance to a prospect or new Distributor, in the development of their Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributorship, require the prospect or such new Distributor to:
3.6.1 Pay any joining fee or purchase any specified amount of product
3.6.2 Maintain a specified minimum inventory.
The only requirement which a sponsoring distributor can impose a prospect whom he is willing to sponsor is that the prospect shall fill and sign application form and submit it to Ipurz International (P) Limited and receive a confirmation from Ipurz International (P) Limited.
3.7 Cooling off period: A distributor can cancel his Ipurz International (P) Limited. independent distributorship within 30 days from the date of joining. There would be no penalty or retention charges levied upon the distributor if he/she decides not to continue the business. The distributor may repudiate the agreement without being subject to penalty for breach of contract.
3.8 Term of Distributorship: There is no term of distributorship in unless he/she is terminated for breach of contract or voluntarily resigns from the distributorship. We do not collect subscription fee or renewal fee from the distributor in order to retain the distributorship.
3.9 Resignation or Termination:
1) A distributor can cancel his Ipurz International (P) Limited. independent distributorship at any time by sending a letter to Ipurz International (P) Limited. in written or via e mail which must be from registered e-mail with company records.
2) Ipurz International (P) Limited may terminate your distributorship if you are in breach of the Agreement. Prior to doing so Ipurz International (P) Limited. will give you a notice of the breach and opportunity to cure within a reasonable time of 15 days.
When your agreement with us is terminated for whatever reason, your distributorship rights as set forth in the Agreement also terminate. This includes the right to sell products and the right to received Bonuses or other income or benefit resulting from the sale and other activities of your Down lines.
3.10 Informal Partnerships: In the case of an informal (unregistered) partnership, the Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributorship shall be only under the names of the individual partners and not under a business name that the partnership might use for other transactions.
3.11 Legal Entity Distributorships:
A Distributor may own and operate his or her Distributorship as a sole proprietary concern or registered partnership firm or limited liability company (LLC), provided it complies with certain requirements and conditions.
Ipurz International (P) Limited values its personal relationship with its Distributors and would not ordinarily appoint a sole Proprietary concern/partnership firm/limited liability company as an Independent Distributor or approve of a transfer of an Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributorship from one or more individuals to any of the Ipurz International (P) Limited.
Independent Distributor. However, Ipurz International (P) Limited recognizes that certain advantages could accrue to a Distributorship which adopts a legal entity structure, including
(a) Tax benefits and tax savings,
(b) Perpetual existence and limited liability for a LLC
(c) Estate planning, and
(d) Ease of transfer.
On other hand the impersonal character of a legal entity distributorship could result in unfavourable consequences to Ipurz International (P) Limited unless certain conditions or restrictions are imposed. Accordingly, will require such distributorship to company with the following
3.11.1 The legal entity in addition to application form must file with Ipurz International (P) Limited a Corporate Authorization Form, duly signed by its Sole Proprietor or Partner or Director as applicable.
3.11.2 No change in the partners, in case of a partnership firm or in case of a company, no change in the number of shares issued, in the ownership of the shares or in the membership of the Board of Directors, may be made, and no agreement or arrangement affecting control of the company by the individuals conducting the Distributorship business may be adopted, without application to, and the prior written approval by, Ipurz International (P) Limited.
3.11.3 All partners, shareholders and Directors shall personally and irrevocably guarantee due performance by the partnership firm / company of all of its obligations and responsibilities as an Independent Distributor, especially those outlined in the Code of Ethics and Rules of Conduct of Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributors as set forth from time to time in official Ipurz International (P) Limited literature.
3.11.4 The sole business of the legal entity must be the operation of an Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributorship. No other business may be conducted by such an entity.
3.12 Trust Distributorships:
Do you wish to transfer your Ipurz International (P) Limited Business to your minor children or old parents who cannot themselves presently operate as Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent distributors, you can do it during your life time.
One of the advantages of building an Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent distributorship is that the owner may pass it on to his or her heirs as part of his or her estate. In order to accomplish that objective, he or she may wish to transfer the Distributorship to an inter vivo trust during his or her lifetime or arrange for it to be transferred to a testamentary trust after his or her death. The latter may be particularly desirable where his or her surviving heirs may be minors who are disqualified by law from operating the distributorship until they reach their majority. The trustee must be an individual,
and the trustee may also be an Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor at the time the trust is created or takes effect.
In order to assure that the transfer of a Distributorship to a trust may not result in unfavourable consequences, Ipurz International (P) Limited will require compliance with the following:
3.12.1 The creator of the trust must have been a duly qualified and authorized Distributor at the time (or, in the case of a deceased Distributor, immediately prior to the time) that the Distributorship is transferred to the trust.
3.12.2 Frequently the beneficiary of the trust will be the spouse, child, grandchild, parent, or sibling of the Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor, or deceased Distributor, whose Distributorship is to be
transferred. However, the beneficiary of a trust may be any individual who is eligible to become an authorized Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor. A beneficiary cannot be a business entity, existing
corporation, charitable organization, non-profit organization, a foundation, or any similar entity.
3.12.3 The trust instrument must not permit the beneficiaries to assign any beneficial interest in the trust.
3.12.4 The trustee (all co-trustees, if more than one) must sign and file an application and receive an Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributor Authorization.
3.12.5 An original signed (or certified) copy of the trust instrument must accompany the Application, and the trustee(s) must promptly file with Ipurz International (P) Limited any amendments or any documents
which may vary the terms of the trust.
3.12.6 All trustees must execute on its behalf an irrevocable guarantee that the trustee will perform
all the obligations and responsibilities of an independent distributor, especially as an outline in
code of ethics and rule of conduct as said forth from time to time in official literature.
3.12.7 The term of the trust shall not be perpetual and shall not continue beyond the date
necessary to protect the interests of those trust beneficiaries who are unable to act for themselves
legally, e.g., minor children or incompetent persons, or who, because of age or inexperience, require assistance in the conduct of business affairs.
3.12.8 The trust will conduct only the business of an Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributorship and no other.
3.13 Re-application
A distributor who has resigned in accordance with section 3.9 of the Policies and Procedures and remaining inactive for full 6 calendar months, can reapply under a new sponsor after completion of the 6-month inactive period.
Section 4: Responsibilities of All Distributors
4.1 Abide by the Rules/Amendments to Rules: At all times, Distributors must adhere strictly to the guidelines, systems, procedures and policies mentioned in the Code of Ethics and Rules of Conduct and Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales & Marketing Plan are a part. Any amendment thereto affected by Ipurz International (P) Limited from time to time, provided the amendment or new Rules of Conduct are published on the website - www.ipurzinternational.com in or in any other means of communication prior to their going into effect.
4.2 Cross Group Selling:
A distributor in one line of sponsorship must buy all the products either directly from Ipurz International (P) Limited or from
his/her Sponsor. No Distributor shall engage in Cross-Group Selling. In order to be eligible for the various monetary and nonmonetary benefits available through the Ipurz International (P) Limited sales and marketing plan, a distributor in one line of sponsorship must buy all of his Ipurz International (P) Limited products and literature supplies directly from Ipurz International (P) Limited (or from his or her sponsor) Ipurz International (P) Limited expressly forbids Distributor to buy Ipurz International (P) Limited products from Distributors who are not their sponsor.
4.3 Retail Stores: Ipurz International (P) Limited does not permit distributors to display/sell its products/ literature through retail stores.
No Distributor shall permit Ipurz International (P) Limited Products or services to be sold or displayed in retail stores, schools, fairs, ships or military stores; nor shall he or she permit any Ipurz International (P) Limited product to appear in such locations even if the Ipurz International (P) Limited products or services themselves are not for sale. No Ipurz International (P) Limited
literature shall be displayed in retail establishments. A Distributor who works in or owns a retail store must operate his or her Ipurz International (P) Limited business separate and apart from the retail store. Such Distributors must secure customers and deliver products to them in the same manner as Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributors who have no connection with a store. Other types of retail establishments, which are not technically stores, such as barber shops, beauty shops, or professional offices, etc., likewise may not be used to display Ipurz International (P) Limited Products, information Ipurz International (P) Limited
Independent Distributor ut Ipurz International (P) Limited services, or Ipurz International (P) Limited literature. Further, Distributors may not use mass communication methods such as television merchandising channels, computer networks, national or international advertising, etc., to secure Ipurz International (P) Limited customers.
4.3.1 Exception to Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributors Rule 4.3 (Retail Store) for Beauty salons,
health clubs, Doctor Clinic & Ayurveda Centres.
Display and sale of health, beauty and sport nutrition product are permitted in health and beauty establishment under the following conditions:
4.3.1.1 The primary focus of the business is service and retails sale of product is incidental to the service provided (e.g. Beauty salons, health clubs, Doctor’s clinic)
4.3.1.2 Only Ipurz International (P) Limited products directly related to the service provided by an establishment will be
allowed. For example, a Beauty establishment could display, use and sell only products related to Skin range of products and related personal care products. A Health establishment i.e. Gym could only display, use and sell Health range of products.
4.3.1.3 An independent distributor is the majority owner and operator of the establishment or the Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor is the Manager/Controller of the establishment and has an authorization in writing from the majority owner/ operator of the establishment for sale and display of Ipurz International (P) Limited Products.
4.3.1.4 Display of the Ipurz International (P) Limited products and/or brochures is restricted to inside of the service establishment and should not be visible on the outer display visible to general public.
4.4 Truthful and Accurate:
No Distributor shall make false or exaggerated claims about quality, price, use(s), content, grade, etc. of Ipurz International (P) Limited products or promote products that do not belong to Ipurz International (P) Limited as if they did. No Distributor shall make any offer to sell any Ipurz International (P) Limited product which is not accurate and truthful as to price, grade, quality, performance, and availability. Distributors cannot:
4.4.1 Make exaggerated product claims or non-guaranteed claims with regard to Ipurz International (P) Limited Products
or products distributed by Ipurz International (P) Limited.
4.4.2 In any way whatsoever, represent incorrectly with regard to prices, quality, standards, grades, contents, style or model, place of origin or availability of Ipurz International (P) Limited Products or products distributed by Ipurz International (P) Limited.
4.4.3 State that Ipurz International (P) Limited Products or products distributed by Ipurz International (P) Limited back, approve, or present any
features as regards yield, accessories, uses or benefits that they do not have.
4.4.4 In any way whatsoever act or present Ipurz International (P) Limited, its products or the products Ipurz International (P) Limited distributes
in a fraudulent manner or promote products that do not belong to Ipurz International (P) Limited as if they did or sell Ipurz International (P) Limited
products at a price below the purchase price.
4.5 Repackaging:
No Repacking / Re-labeling of Ipurz International (P) Limited Products. Distributors may not repackage, or otherwise change or alter any of the packaging labels of Ipurz International (P) Limited Products.
4.6 Written Sales Receipt: A Distributor shall deliver to the customer at the time of sale a written and dated order or receipt which shall:
(a) Describe the product(s) sold,
(b) State the price charged,
(c) Give the name, ID number, address, and telephone number of the selling Distributor,
(d) Include Ipurz International (P) Limited’s Customer Product Refund Policy, and
(e) Include Ipurz International (P) Limited’s Complaint Redressal mechanism.
4.7 Customer Product Refunds:
Distributors shall advise Ipurz International (P) Limited of any customer complaint and provide copies of all correspondence and details of all conversations regarding the complaint.
4.7.1 Distributors are not authorised to make any type of offer or compromise or render Ipurz International (P) Limited liable for any complaint or product return.
4.7.2 Whenever a customer requests Product Refund service within the stated period, the Distributor shall immediately offer the customer the choice of (a) refund of money paid as per Ipurz International (P) Limited’s current product refund policy, (b) exchange for a like product, or (c) full credit for
exchange with another item.
4.7.3 Distributors are required to indemnify Ipurz International (P) Limited for any claim, legal actions, suit, etc. (including Ipurz International (P) Limited legal fees) which are filed or which originate because of any failure by the Distributor to observe this rule.
4.8 Compliance with Applicable Laws, Regulations and Codes:
Distributors shall comply with all laws, regulations and codes that apply to the operation of their Ipurz International (P) Limited business wherever said Ipurz International (P) Limited Business may be conducted within the Market, and they must not conduct any activity that could jeopardize the reputation of the Distributor and/or Ipurz International (P) Limited.
Applicable laws, regulations and codes vary from one country to the next, and from State to State in India, and over time, and Ipurz International (P) Limited does not ensure or make representations with respect to the quantity or extent of effort or expense required to comply with such laws, regulations and/or codes.
4.9 Deceptive or Unlawful Trade Practices:
No Distributor shall engage in any deceptive or unlawful trade practice. A deceptive or unlawful trade practice is one, which has been defined as such by any central, state, or local law or regulation
4.10 Unlawful Business Enterprises or Activities:
Distributor must not engage in any deceptive or unlawful trade practice as defined by any Central,
State or local law or regulation. No Distributor may operate any illegal or unlawful business
enterprise, engage or participate in any illegal or unlawful business activity or be convicted of any
illegal or unlawful activity. An illegal or unlawful enterprise or activity is one which is prohibited by
central, state, or local law or regulation. If an initial application for an Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributorship is presented to Ipurz International (P) Limited by a person who operates, or is engaging or participating in, any illegal or unlawful enterprise or activity, Ipurz International (P) Limited may hold such application in abeyance and contact the applicant to determine whether he or she is so engaged and, if so, what his or her intentions are concerning such enterprise or activity.
Refusal or failure on the part of the applicant to produce proof that he or she has terminated his or her relationship with such unlawful enterprise or activity shall disqualify him or her for such Distributorship, and his or her application shall be denied. If, subsequent to approval of his initial or reauthorization application, an Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributor is determined by Ipurz International (P) Limited to be operating, or engaging or participating in, an illegal or unlawful enterprise or activity, and if, upon notification and request by Ipurz International (P) Limited, such Distributor refuses or
fails to terminate his or her relationship with such illegal or unlawful enterprise or activity them
Ipurz International (P) Limited shall terminate such distributorship where open the distributor shall lose all the rights and privilege of an distributors
4.11 Professionalism:
An Ipurz Internation (P) Limited Independent Distributor shall at all times conduct himself or herself in a courteous and considerate manner and shall not engage in any high-pressure selling, but shall make a fair presentation of Ipurz International (P) Limited Products including, when and where appropriate, demonstrations of such products. An Ipurz International (P) Limited independent Distributor shall never impose himself or herself upon his/her prospective customer and shall abide by the following:
1.He/She shall always take a prior permission or appointment before approaching a prospective
customer and shall indicate the purpose of his or her visit and identify himself or herself as an
Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor.
2. He/she shall provide the following information to the customer at the time of sale
• His/ Her name, address and telephone number along with that of Ipurj International (P) Limited.
• He/ She shall at all times carry identity card provided by Ipurz International (P) Limited along with any photo ID’s issued by any Government agency.
• He/ She shall fix time & place for inspection of the sample and delivery of goods, if customer so
desires.
• He/ She shall provide customer receipt with the description of the products to be supplied as per
Rule 4.6.
If the customer indicates a desire to terminate the interview, the Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor shall immediately do so and shall leave the premises of the customer.
The Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent distributor at all times make a fair presentation of Ipurz International (P) Limited products. The distributor will also direct his or her customer attentions to the use direction and cautions which may be include on the label for products.
4.12 Employment Relationship:
Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributors are independent Distributors operating their own businesses and are not employees/agent of Ipurz International (P) Limited or its affiliates companies
No Distributor shall be representing that he or she has any employment relationship with ipurz International (P) Limited or any of its affiliates companies and or other distributors. Distributors shall not give a false representation as to the nature of the relationship between Ipurz International (P) Limited and its Distributors, or make any representation except in accordance with the explanation given in the Ipurz International (P) Limited literature. A Distributor is required to indemnify Ipurz International (P) Limited for the cost of any damage or prejudice stemming from such false representation, including any legal fees Ipurz International (P) Limited may have incurred. If they permit an employer-employee relationship to develop, Sponsors may find themselves liable for the acts of and injuries to their sponsored Distributors. Ipurz International (P) Limited cannot permit any relationship between, or representations by, Distributors which may impose employee liability on Ipurz International (P) Limited. Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent distributors are independent distributors operating their own business they shall not imply that they are employee of Ipurz International (P) Limited not shell they refer to themselves as “agents,” “managers,” or “company representatives”, nor shall they use such terminology or descriptive phrases on their stationery or other printed material. (Sponsors are urged to preserve the independent contractor relationship between themselves and their Distributors.
4.12.1 Independent Contractor Status. You are an Independent contractor. You may not represent
yourself as anything other than an independent Distributor. You have no authority to bind to any
obligation. Should you be deemed an agent by a competent agency or court in any jurisdiction in
which you do business, you shall release us from any claim arising from such determination.
4.12.1.1 As an independent contractor, you are responsible for paying your own self-employment
taxes, income taxes, professional taxes, service taxes, sales taxes(vat) on retails sales and other
taxes imposed by law upon an independent contractor and you shall indemnify us from any claims
arising from your failure to pay such taxes
4.12.1.2 Your work hours, business expenditure, and business plans are not dictated by us and
you shall make no printed or verbal representations that state or imply otherwise
4.12.1.3 It is your responsibility and you agree to comply with all laws and agreement in the
operation of your distributorship or acquisition, receipt, holding selling distributing or advertising
of our products or opportunity
4.12.1.4 You also agree to be fully responsible for all of your verbal and/or written statements
made regarding the products, services and the sales and marketing plan which are not expressly
contained in official materials of company. You agree to indemnify us against any claims,
damages or other expenses, including attorney fees, arising from any representation or action
made by you that are outside the scope of agreement. The provisions of this section survive the
termination of the agreement
4.13 Franchises and Territories:
No Distributor shall represent to anyone that there are exclusive franchises or territories
available under the Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales and Marketing Plan.
No Distributor shall represent that he or she, or anyone else has the authority to grant, sell, assign,
or transfer such franchises or to assign or designate territories. No Distributor or Sponsor may
state or imply that he or she has a given territory, nor that any other Distributor is operating outside
his territory. Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent distributor have no territorial limits they can operate anywhere within in India.
4.14 Non-Ipurz International (P) Limited Selling Activities:
An Ipurz International (P) Limited distributor can engage in other business/ professional activity, but he/she must not use Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributors/ activities/events to promote his non Ipurz International (P) Limited business/profession and must not hard sell the same on other Ipurz International (P) Ltd Independent distributors.
No Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor who personally sells products other than Ipurz International (P) Limited Products, who personally participates in any non-Ipurz International (P) Limited selling activity and who sells services (e.g., tax services, insurance, investments, etc) will sell such products or services to another Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor or will induce another Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor to participate in any other non
Ipurz International (P) Limited selling activity and/ or to sell such products, literature, sales aids, or services to any Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor. Induce means to persuade (or attempt to persuade) another Distributor (either personally or through a third party) to sell any product or service whether or not this is done to obtain revenues or for any other reason.
4.14.1- Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributors may engage in selling activities related to non-Ipurz Internationl (P) Limited approved or non-Ipurz International Pvt. Limied-produced products and services if they personally desire to do so, but they may not take advantage of an activity organized, especially to promote Ipurz International (P) Limited Producce Ipurz international Pvt Limited, or any other Distributor’s efforts or resources, or of their knowledge of, or association with, other Ipurz International Pvt Limited indepent Distributors to promote and expand their non-Ipurz International (P) Limited businesses. To do so constitutes an unwarranted and unreasonable interference in the business of other Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributors. This does not mean, however, that a Distributor regularly engaged in the operation of a petrol pump, repair garage, retail establishment, barber or beauty shop, or a professional service (law, medicine, dentistry, or accounting) may not serve clients or customers who are Ipurz Internationl Pvt. Limited Independent Distributors and have sought them out but it does not mean that such distributors may not actively solicit the patronage of other Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent distributor.
4.15 Enticement to Change Lines of Sponsorship:
No Distributor must, directly or indirectly, induce/ entice other Ipurz international (P) Limited Independent Distributors to change their Line of Sponsorship. E.g. Inducing an Ipurz international )(P) Limited Independent Distributor to start a new business in their parent’s name under a different sponsor and then advising them to resign their existing Distributorship and build their parents Ipurz International (P) Limited business, etc. Under no circumstances, direct or indirect, nor for purpose of helping another person, shall a Distributor solicit, interfere or attempt to induce another Distributor to leave his Line of Sponsorship or change his Line of Sponsorship.
4.16 Exporting Ipurz International (P) Limited Products:
Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributors must sell Ipurz International (P) Limited products and/or sponsor prospective Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributors within India only. No Distributor may export, or knowingly sell to others who exports, Ipurz International (P) Limited. Limited Products from India.
For important legal reasons, including trade names and trademark protections; local laws on
product registration, packaging, labeling, ingredient content and formulation, product liability;
customs and tax laws; and literature content or language requirements. Ipurz International (P) Limited. must limit the resale of Ipurz International (P) Limited. products by the distributor to only other distributor or retails customer locate within country in which the distributor legitimately buys the Ipurz International (P) Limited products and his authorizer to do business. The terms of products include without limit “products” includes, without limitation, all literature, sales aids, and any other items obtained by a Distributor from Ipurz International (P) Limited or from his sponsor.
4.17 Sound Business Practices:
A Ipurz International (P) Limited. Independent Distributor must operate his or her Distributorship in a financially responsible, solvent, and businesslike manner. Ipurz International (P) Limited. Independent Distributor shall not permit a non- Ipurz International (P) Limited. Independent Distributor to build / promote his or her Ipurz International (P) Limited. business.
In signing a Distributor Application, a Distributor undertakes to Ipurz International (P) Limited. that there is no legal bar or limitation on his or her ability to meet the legal obligations of an Ipurz International (P) Limited. Distributor, whether such obligations are to Ipurz International (P) Limited. itself, to customers, or to other Distributors. If there is an obstacle or
limitation, the Distributor must declare it.
For example, if an undercharged bankrupt or an underage person applies for a Distributorship,
Ipurz International (P) Limited. may reject the application or, if Ipurz International (P) Limited. discovers the disability, alter the Distributorship. If a Distributor or any member partner in his or her Distributorship files a petition in bankruptcy or has bankruptcy or winding-up proceedings commenced against him or her, or has any assets seized by Court order or taken in execution of an unsatisfied judgment debt, the Distributor must immediately inform Ipurz International (P) Limited. In such cases, Ipurz International (P) Limited reserves the right to terminate the Distributorship, or alter its terms of trading with the Distributor, or to negotiate with the trustee in bankruptcy or responsible court official concerning arrangements for the disposal of any products belonging to Ipurz International (P) Limited which are in the possession of the Distributor.
4.18 Manipulation or combination of Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales and Marketing plan
A. No Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor shall manipulate the Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales and Marketing Plan or manipulate sales volume in any way which results in the payment of bonuses or other awards and recognition that have not been earned in accordance with the terms of the Sales and Marketing Plan and / or the business reference guide. Ipurz International (P) Limited in its sole discretion will determine what constitutes manipulation.
B. You shall not offer the opportunity through, or in combination with any other compensation plan
or placement program, other than as specifically set forth in official materials or in tools of company. You shall not require or encourage other current or prospective distributors to execute any agreement, contract or membership other than those offered by the Company
4.19 Retail effort:
To be entitled to earn a Performance Bonus on your distributor organization’s volume, you must generate a minimum amount of volume during the 5 cut off cycle as personal purchases which
you can retails to your customer or can consume in your family. If such Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor fails to make such purchase during the required cut-off period, he will be denied the applicable Bonuses & Commissions for that cycle period on your distributor organization’s volume.
4.20 “Spamming”-Prohibits Distributors from sending messages to persons whom they do not know. Unsolicited e-mail messages: No Distributor shall send, transmit or otherwise communicate any unsolicited e-mail messages to persons with whom the Distributor does not have a pre- existing personal or business relationship. (This includes, but is not limited to, sending e-mails through newsgroups, purchased mailing lists, “safe lists”, or other lists of individuals or entities with which the Distributor does not have a relationship.
4.21. Employment Postings: If a Distributor responds to an employment posting for someone seeking an employment opportunity, they shall clearly state within the first paragraph of the response that they are offering a business opportunity. Any materials used with a prospect must be approved by Ipurz International (P) Limited in accordance with Rule 7 herein.
4.22 Privacy and Confidentiality:
All Distributors are required to abide by Ipurz International (P) Limited Privacy Policy with regard to Distributor, client and member information, and its Confidentiality Policy with regard to Distributor and business information.
Section 5: Sponsorship Responsibilities
5.1 SPONSOR MUST
1. Provide all Distributors he/she sponsors with an unaltered/ application form.
2. Abide by the Code of Ethics and Rules of Conduct in its true spirit.
3. Train and motivate all Distributors he/she has sponsored.
4. Encourage his personally sponsored Distributors to attend Ipurz International (P) Limited meetings.
5. Advice the Distributor(s) to follow the Ipurz International (P) Limited Rules.
6. Give advice on promotional activities.
In order to preserve the status and rights as a Sponsor, a Sponsor must
5.2 Maintain Good Standing/Conform to Rules:
Be an Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor in good standing and meet all Distributor requirements as set forth in these Rules. An Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor shall not directly or indirectly indulge himself /herself in any wrongful activity, including but not limited to false complaints, which could have any adverse effect upon the Ipurz International (P) Limited business of another distributor. In the event a Sponsor ceases to be a qualified Distributor, the rights to any Distributors whom he or she may have sponsored shall pass up to the next qualified Distributor in his or her Line of Sponsorship
5.3 Train:
Be able to train and motivate the Distributors whom he or she sponsors with a minimum of assistance from his or her sponsor. If he or she is unable to train his or her Distributors properly, he or she must make arrangements with his or her sponsor to have this done, in which case he or she must be willing to share part of his or her normal performance incentive for this service
5.4 Independent Relationship:
Not represent that there is an employment or agency relationship between himself and the Distributors which he sponsors.
5.5 Attend Ipurz International (P) Limited Meetings:
Use his best efforts to encourage his personally sponsored Distributors to attend Ipurz International (P) Limited meetings and other functions.
5.6 Follow the Rules:
Use his best efforts to encourage each of his personally sponsored Distributors to fully comply
with the standards set forth in the Rules and to study, use and carefully conduct their businesses in accordance with the law and official Ipurz International (P) Limited publications
5.7 Give Advice:
Give advice concerning (advertising and all other) promotional activities carried on by his personally sponsored Distributors to assure that they conform to Ipurz International (P) Limited -approved procedures and rules
5.8 Prohibited Registration Practices:
Neither a prospective Distributor, as a condition to becoming a new Distributor, nor any currently authorized Distributor, as a condition of receiving assistance in the development of their business from their sponsor, shall be required to: Purchase hardware or software for computers, subscribe to an Internet Service Provider(ISP), or establish a Website.
Section 6: Preservation of the Line of Sponsorship
6.1 Protection of the Line of Sponsorship:
As used herein, the sale of an ownership interest in a Distributorship, merging Distributorships, or separating or dividing a Distributorship, each inherently involve the assignment of the Distributorship Agreement or an amendment thereof, and, as such, require prior authorization by Ipurz International (P) Limited. Transfers of Distributors from one Sponsor to another are only granted at the sole discretion of Ipurz International (P) Limited
6.2 Want to change your Sponsor:
A. To change your sponsor within 7 calendar days of joining you must submit a Sponsor Change Request to our Customer service department at support@ipurzinternational.com Request form require your signature and the signature of your current sponsor. We may require authentication of
signatures. You can request for a sponsor change provided the distributorship in question has not purchased any products.
However, Ipurz International (P) Limited reserves the right to accept or reject any request without having to give any explanation whatsoever.
6.3 One Distributorship Rule
6.3.1 There can be only one distributorship per PAN card.
6.4 Divorce, Separation, or Other Dissolution:
Whenever a business is separated or divided as the result of a divorce, dissolution of a
corporation or partnership, the separation or division must be accomplished in such a way as to
not adversely affect the interests and/or income of the businesses in the Line of Sponsorship.
During the division or separation process, neither party will administer or operate, together or
separately, any other Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributorship without Ipurz International (P) Limited’s approval.
6.5 Disposition of a Distributorship:
If a Distributor terminates/cancels his Distributorship or dies without leaving heirs who are
ready, willing, and able to become Distributors and assume the responsibility of Ipurz International (P) Limited Business, Ipurz International (P) Limited, at its sole discretion, shall decide the future of the Distributorship in accordance with Section 15 of these Rules.
Section 7: Presentation of the Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales and Marketing Plan
7.1 Must not Give Impression of Employment Relationship:
When inviting a prospect to hear a presentation of the Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales and Marketing Plan, an Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor shall neither utilize the following invitations nor directly or indirectly induce other Distributors to do so:
7.1.1 Give the impression that it relates to an employment opportunity,
7.1.2 Imply that the invitation is to a social event,
7.1.3 Disguise the invitation as a “market survey,”
7.1.4 Promote the event as a “tax seminar,”
7.1.5 Promote the Ipurz International (P) Limited life Business opportunity as a business relationship with a person, company or organization other than Ipurz International (P) Limited,
7.1.6 Directly or indirectly indicate that Ipurz International (P) Limited Products are merely one line of products distributed through or as a part of a brokerage operated by a person, company, or organization other than Ipurz International (P) Limited
7.1.7 Directly or indirectly indicate that the Ipurz International (P) Limited Business, Distributors or Ipurz International (P) Limited Products
are part of any business other than Ipurz International (P) Limited’s business
7.1.8 Deny, if asked, that the presentation is about the Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales and Marketing Plan, or
7.1.9 Imply that it is other than a business event.
7.2 First Contact with Prospective Customers and Distributors:
At the first contact with prospective customers and Distributors, a Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor should:
7.2.1 Introduce himself by name.
7.2.2 As soon as practicable, he should make himself known in suitable fashion as an Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor and should provide information concerning his name and address as well as concerning Ipurz International (P) Limited.
7.2.3 Indicate the purpose of contact, namely the sale of Ipurz International (P) Limited Products and/or the introduction of the prospect to the Ipurz International (P) Limited business.
7.3 Sponsoring Guidelines:
Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales & Marketing Plan must not be presented
• as a get-rich-quick opportunity.
• that Ipurz International (P) Limited Products are bought and sold for Distributors personal use.
• that there is no requirement to retail Ipurz International (P) Limited Products.
In seeking participation of a prospect in the Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales and Marketing Plan, the sponsoring Distributor must comply with the following guidelines:
7.3.1 Must disclose the average profits, earnings, and sales figures and percentages as
published from time to time by Ipurz International (P) Limited.
7.3.2 Must use only Ipurz International (P) Limited -produced and Ipurz International (P) Limited authorized literature.
7.3.3 May use those earnings and/or commission representations based on their own personal
experiences, provided that they at the same time disclose the average profits, earnings, and
sales figures and percentages as published from time to time by Ipurz International (P) Limited
7.3.4 May cite lifestyle examples, e.g. travel, automobile, homes of successful Distributors, and
contributions to charitable causes, provided such benefits were actually accrued as the result of
building a successful Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributorship
7.3.5 Must not say that a successful Distributorship can be built in the form of a “wholesale
buying club” in which the only products bought and sold are those transferred to “Distributors” at
Distributor cost for their personal use.
7.3.5 Must not say that a successful Distributorship can be built in the form of a “wholesale
buying club” in which the only products bought and sold are those transferred to “Distributors” at
Distributor cost for their personal use.
7.3.6 Must not say that there is no requirement for the retail sale or marketing of products.
7.3.7 Must not promote the enjoyment of tax benefits as the best or principal reason for
becoming an Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor.
7.3.8 Must not say that Ipurz International (P) Limited is a “get-rich-quick” opportunity in which it is easy to achieve success with little or no expenditure of effort or time.
7.3.9 Must not present the Distributor plan or solicit participation in the Distributor Plan through
any broadcast communication methods including mass mailing, telemarketing, national or
international advertising, radio, television, facsimile services, computer communication networks
including the Internet or any other means by which personal contact with the prospect is not
present. However, Distributors may use digital media or maintain an Internet Website for use
with prospects, provided the contents of such media or Website meets the requirements set
within the Distributor Guidelines (attached), and otherwise complies with the Rules of Conduct.
7.4 No Exclusive Territories:
No Distributor shall represent that there are exclusive territories available under the Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales and Marketing Plan
7.5 No Obligation to Purchase:
No Distributor shall represent that there is any obligation to purchase products and/or services
under the Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales & Marketing Plan, nor shall he/she represent, purposely allow or gain from any representation or implication that benefits may be derived solely from the purchase of Ipurz International (P) Limited products or services in conformity with the Ipurz International (P) Limited Sale and Marketing Plan
SECTION 8:- BONUSES & TAXES
8.1 – BONUSESbr>
8.1.1 Bonus Qualifications: - As an Independent Distributor, you are entitled to receive
Bonuses from us pursuant to the currently published Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales & Marketing Plan if you are in
good standing and in compliance with the terms of the Agreement
8.1.2 No Earning Guarantee: Distributor is neither guaranteed a specific income nor assured
any level of profit or success. Profit and success can come only through the successful retail
sale, use, and consumption of our Products and the retail sales, use, and consumption of our
Products by other independent Distributors in one’s downline group.
8.1.3 Payment: Ipurz International (P) Limited will pay Bonuses within four days following the close of the 6-day
commission cycle. The Royalties would be paid on a calendar month basis within the 5th of
every month. For business accounts, Ipurz International (P) Limited will pay to the business listed on the account;
otherwise pay to the primary account holder. Without prejudice to the right of termination, Ipurz International (P) Limited
may suspend or revoke payment if the distributor is in breach of any term or condition of the
Agreement. Distributor will be liable for the payment of service tax and the commission paid will
be inclusive of the service taxes as application by the law
8.1.4 Bonus Buying Prohibited: Bonus buying is strictly and absolutely prohibited. Bonus
buying includes:
(1) enrolment of individuals or entities without the knowledge of and/or execution of a
Distributor Application by such individuals or entities;
(2) fraudulent enrolment of an individual or entity as a Distributor or Customer;
(3) enrolment or attempted enrolment of non-existent individuals or entities as Distributors or
Customers (“phantoms”).
(4) purchasing Products on behalf of another Distributor or Customer, unless authorized herein,
or through another Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor’s or Customer’s ID number, to qualify for
Bonuses.
(5) purchasing excessive amounts of goods or services that cannot reasonably be used or
resold in a month.
(6) any other mechanism or artifice to qualify for rank advancement, incentives, prizes, or
Bonuses that is not driven by bona fide Product purchases by end user consumers.
Buying Rank Prohibited. Purchasing Product for the purpose of earning Bonuses or achieving
rank is prohibited. Ipurz International (P) Limited retains the right to limit the amount of purchases a Distributor may
make if there is reason to believe that those purchases are being made solely for rank and other
qualification purposes instead of for resale or business building. Ipurz International (P) Limited may revoke a rank
advancement if it was earned in violation of this policy
8.1.5 Adjustments to Bonuses: When a Product is returned for a refund, the Bonuses
attributable to the returned Product(s) will be deducted from the commission period in which the
refund is given, and continuing every pay period thereafter until the Bonus is recovered from the
Distributors who received Bonuses on the sales of the refunded Products.
8.1.6 Errors or Questions. If there are questions about or believe that any errors have been
made regarding Bonuses, Generations, or charges, it should be notified in writing within 30 days
of the date of the purported error or incident in question. Ipurz International (P) Limited will not be responsible for any
errors, omissions, or problems not reported to the Company after 30 days
8.2 TAXES
8.2.1 : Many state and local governments levy sales taxes, VAT, Octroi and other fees on the
sale of the Company’s products. In some jurisdictions, certain products may be exempted
from taxes or Octroi. The Company’s tax policy addresses the complexity in dealing with the
applicable taxes and Octroi. All VAT concerning to the point of sale will be borne by the
Company. Octroi which is levied extra must be borne by the Distributor wherever applicable.
8.2.2 : Sales Tax Identification Numbers: - Distributors who have had prior business experience
or who have attained a high level of Retail sales may require Tax Identification Number or
sales tax registration for which they have to approach the necessary local authorities. Any
violation in not complying with the law and non-payment of sales taxes which may affect the
reputation of Ipurz International (P) Limited will lead to termination of the Distributorship.
8.2.3 : Service tax if applicable on the commissions and bonuses earned must be paid by
Distributor by registering with the relevant government authorities without fail.
Section 9: Terms and Conditions of Sale of Products
Supply of goods by Ipurz International (P) Limited under an Invoice shall be subject to the terms and conditions of sale
herein contained.
9.1 : The quantity, quality, date of manufacture etc. as contained on the packing shall be
presumed to be correct.
9.2 : Ipurz International (P) Limited’s legal title of the goods shall cease as soon as the goods are handed over to the
Buyer/or to the Carriers as the case may be.
9.3 : Buyer is requested to verify quality/ and quantity of the goods before accepting delivery. No
claim regarding quality/quantity of the goods will be entertained once goods are handed over to
the Buyer/Carriers as the case may be unless promptly notified in the Delivery Challan.
9.4 : Price is inclusive of all taxes as on date of sale. Any levy/increase in taxes/freight, in
respect of goods sold, before/after delivery to the Buyer shall be reimbursed by the Buyer to
Ipurz International (P) Limited.
9.5 : Refund of VAT/ Sales Tax/ Statutory Levies already collected will be allowed only on
rejected goods received as per Ipurz International (P) Limited’s returns policy as laid down in the Ipurz International (P) Limited code of conduct
and as updated from time to time.
9.6 : In case of failure to take delivery of goods, Buyer shall be solely liable for all storage,
demurrage costs and other expenses. Ipurz International (P) Limited shall be entitled to treat such failures as a breach
of contract in addition and without prejudice to Ipurz International (P) Limited’s other rights and remedies.
9.7 : Ipurz International (P) Limited is not liable for delays or non-delivery of goods by the Carrier due to Force Majeure
conditions in course of transit/delivery or any loss arising there from.
9.8 : Each lot/installment of goods delivered under an invoice shall deemed to be sold under a
separate contract.
9.9 : All Bank charges (including collection charges), shall be payable by the Buyer. Ipurz International (P) Limited shall
not be liable for any loss/theft of bank drafts/cheques etc. in transit.
9.10 : Any notice to be served on the Buyer by Ipurz International (P) Limited shall be deemed to be validly served if
sent by ordinary prepaid post to the buyer’s address as mentioned on the invoice.
9.11 : All sale contracts and transactions of Ipurz International (P) Limited marketing Pvt. Ltd. are subject to exclusive
jurisdiction of the Courts at Bangalore.
9.12 : Ordering Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributors who place orders for other Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent
Distributors are responsible for the orders placed by them. Ordering Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent
Distributors need to be prudent so as to safeguard their business interest.
9.13 : Up-line should encourage the downlines to place their orders independently. You may not
facilitate any purchase using a credit card or payment method other than your own unless we
have on file an official authorization letter prior to transaction from the original holder of credit
card. Ipurz International (P) Limited is not liable for any misuse of credit card by any distributor.
9.14 : Ipurz International (P) Limited Product Refund Policy
The superior value and high quality of Ipurz International (P) Limited products and services have earned us the trust of our IPURZ INDEPENDENT Distributors and their customers. This trust is a precious and
unique relationship. Everyone must share in the Ipurz International (P) Limited commitment to excellence. Everyone has a responsibility to ensure the superior value and high quality of Ipurz International (P) Limited products and services – quality and value that we guarantee!
9.14.1 : Ipurz International (P) Limited’s Customer Product Refund Policy
We stand behind the quality of Ipurz International (P) Limited products. All Blulife Products are covered by Ipurz International (P) Limited’s Customer Product Refund Policy. If the Customer is not completely satisfied, he/she is entitled to return the products within 30 days from the date of delivery for a full refund. The refund policy is applicable only for products in marketable condition, and partially used products (30%) accompanied with an invoice. This policy does not apply to products that have been intentionally damaged or misused. It is incumbent upon Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor to follow the Customer Product Refund Policy in letter and spirit.
9.14,2: Ipurz International (P) Limited Returns Policy for Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor
Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor may return the products within 30 days of purchase
Reference Notes:
• The Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor must return the product(s) to Ipurz International (P) Limited office.
• Period of return for products is calculated as the number of days from the Invoice Date, to the
date of receipt at the Ipurz International (P) Limited Office.
• Condition refers to the condition in which the stock is received back from the Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor as a return.
The product can be ‘marketable’ or ‘unmarketable’ depending on the condition of the returned
stocks assessed by the Returns executive at the Ipurz International (P) Limited office.
• Total BV of the returned products will be deducted from the returning Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent
Distributor’s account.
• If unsold products return is greater than or equal than 6 in number on a single invoice, 10%
handling charges will be deducted.
• The Product Return Policy does not apply to open packs of literature and videos or other sales
aids.
• Total returns cannot exceed the quantity appearing on the Invoice.
• If products are returned by customers directly to Ipurz International (P) Limited, BV adjustment shall be done from the
Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor’s account & any excess amount paid shall be recoverable from
Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor
Section 10: Use of the Ipurz International (P) Limited Trade Name, Trademarks, and Copyrighted Materials
Introduction
The Ipurz International (P) Limited trade name, trademarks, and service marks are important and valuable business assets. They help identify the source and reputation of the Ipurz International (P) Limited business, products, and services worldwide, and distinguish them from those of competitors. Trademarks must be protected from misuse and infringement by others, or they can be lost. Each time a trademark or symbol is used improperly or is used by someone other than its owner, the value and
importance of the trademark can be greatly diminished. Once a trademark is weakened or lost,
it is impossible to regain its full value and importance. Therefore, makes every effort to protect its house trademark Ipurz International (P) Limited, its corporate logotype, label designs, and various product names so that others cannot use them. Ipurz International (P) Limited will not allow use of its trade name (company name), trademarks (product names), designs, or symbols by any person, including an Independent Distributor, without its prior permission. will issue cease-and-desist orders to any persons using its trade name, trademarks, designs, and symbols without its permission and will, if necessary, follow with appropriate court action for failure to comply with a cease-and-desist order. If Ipurz International (P) Limited did not do this, Distributors would soon find the market flooded with “Ipurz International (P) Limited” products not produced by Ipurz International (P) Limited or sold by Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributors. Obviously, Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributors would be harmed greatly by such competition. The rules set forth below have been developed to maintain the integrity of the Ipurz International (P) Limited trade name and trademark and to ensure that the name Ipurz International (P) Limited will be available exclusively for the Ipurz International (P) Limited Business. In addition, has implemented a corporate identity program that requires the correct and consistent use of the Ipurz International (P) Limited corporate logotype, no matter where it appears. Therefore, no alterations to the approved logotype are allowed. Upon request, Ipurz International (P) Limited will provide an example of the approved logotype and colour
specifications
10.1 Office Sign:
If Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor desires to operate and maintain an office in which the Ipurz name is displayed to the public on the exterior of the office or in the interior in such a way that it can be seen from the outside, the Distributor must first obtain prior written approval from Ipurz International (P) Limited for such use of the Ipurz International (P) Limited name by a written request to Ipurz International (P) Limited, including a description of the proposed signs, their size, location of installation, and method of installation.
10.1.1 A Distributor who operates an office shall not service any retail customers from the office
since to do so would convert the office into a store. If prospective retail customers come into the
office, they are to be informed that the office is for wholesale only and an appointment made to
call on them later at their homes.
10.1.2 Ipurz International (P) Limited reserves the right at all times to withdraw permission to display the Ipurz International (P) Limited name if
the standards stated are not met, if proper standards of neatness, good taste, or ethical
operation are not met, or for any reason prejudicial to the interests of Independent
Distributors or Ipurz International (P) Limited, of which Ipurz International (P) Limited shall be the sole judge.
If a Distributor wishes to display Ipurz International (P) Limited logo to public, he/she must obtain prior written approval from Ipurz International (P) Limited. However, Ipurz International (P) Limited can withdraw the permission if standards are not met.
10.2 Fund-Raising Events:
Ipurz International (P) Limited Products and services are not authorized to be used in conjunction with any type of fund-raising activity. Fund-raising includes the solicitation for the purchase of Ipurz International (P) Limited Products or services based on the representation that all or a portion of gains, proceeds, or profits generated by such sale will benefit a particular group, organization, or cause.
10.3 Promotional Literature, Stationery, Premiums, etc.:
No Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributor may produce or procure from any source other than Ipurz International (P) Limited any premium, give away item stationery, or promotional literature of any kind upon which the Ipurz International (P) Limited name or logotype or any of its tradenames or trademarks are imprinted without securing prior, written approval from .
10.3.1 No Distributor may print, or cause to be printed, for his use any stationery which bears
the Ipurz International (P) Limited logotype or any of the Ipurz International (P) Limited trade names or trademarks without the prior, written consent of Ipurz International (P) Limited. The precise copy to be used must be forwarded to Ipurz International (P) Limited before the printing is actually done. When approval is given by Ipurz International (P) Limited, there shall be no deviation whatever from the approved copy.
10.3.2 No cloth Ipurz International (P) Limited corporate logotypes shall be affixed to any sports uniforms, shirts, or other garments.
No Distributor shall, without Ipurz International (P) Limited’s prior approval, produce any item bearing the Ipurz International (P) Limited name/logo type from any source other than Ipurz International (P) Limited
10.4 Copyrighted Materials:
All Ipurz International (P) Limited printed material is copyrighted and may not be reproduced in whole or in part by Distributors or other persons except by prior written permission from
10.4.1 Ipurz International (P) Limited makes a claim to copyright for all its printed material in the market. This is done to prevent others, particularly competitors, from copying and duplicating Ipurz International (P) Limited literature which has been developed and printed at great expense and to assure Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributors that the promotional materials which they purchase and distribute to their customers is unique, attractive, and truthful. As in the case of trademarks and trade names, if Ipurz International (P) Limited did not exercise every effort to protect its copyrighted materials, Distributors might soon find the market flooded with “Ipurz International (P) Limited” literature which was not produced by Ipurz International (P) Limited and did not relate to products made and sold by Ipurz International (P) Limited. Accordingly, no person, whether an Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor or otherwise, may reproduce any of Ipurz International (P) Limited’s printed material, in whole or in part, without specific written permission from Ipurz International (P) Limited. This includes text material, pictures, cartoons, diagrams, charts,
maps, designs, and other printed materials
10.4.1 Ipurz International (P) Limited makes a claim to copyright for all its printed material in the market. This is done to prevent others, particularly competitors, from copying and duplicating Ipurz International (P) Limited literature which has been developed and printed at great expense and to assure Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributors that the promotional materials which they purchase and distribute to their customers is unique, attractive, and truthful. As in the case of trademarks and trade names, if Ipurz International (P) Limited did not exercise every effort to protect its copyrighted materials, Distributors might soon find the market flooded with “Ipurz International (P) Limited” literature which was not produced by Ipurz International (P) Limited and did not relate to products made and sold by Ipurz International (P) Limited. Accordingly, no person, whether an Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor or otherwise, may reproduce any of Ipurz International (P) Limited’s printed material, in whole or in part, without specific
written permission from Ipurz International (P) Limited. This includes text material, pictures, cartoons, diagrams, charts, maps, designs, and other printed materials
10.4.2 All Ipurz International (P) Limited printed material relating to products has been carefully prepared to conform with all local, state, and central laws and regulations governing the labelling of products. (The word “labelling” covers not only the label on the product itself, but also any literature used to promote the sale of such product.). Even a slight deviation from the language on the label or
promotional material may constitute a violation of one or more of the laws or regulations covering the product and its labelling and thus subject the person making such deviations to penalties imposed by law. Unfortunately, such governmental action not only can adversely affect the particular offender, but also his or her fellow Distributors as well as Ipurz International (P) Limited itself
10.5 Penalties for Violators of Section 9: Any Independent Distributor who violates
Section 10 can:
10.5.1 Be required to remove improper signs, destroy improper literature, cancel improper
advertising.
10.5.2 Be denied the right to make any future use of the Ipurz International (P) Limited trademark or trade name.
10.5.3 Have his Distributorship terminated by Ipurz International (P) Limited.
10.5.4 Be liable for money damages to Ipurz International (P) Limited for unauthorized use of the Ipurz International (P) Limited name, trademark, or logotype.
Section 11: Death and Inheritance
11.1. In the case of the death of a single Distributor:
1.1.1. If Ipurz International (P) Limited is not notified of the appointment of an administrator in accordance with the
provisions of Section 11.1.2, Ipurz International (P) Limited can appoint a representative, under the terms and conditions Ipurz International (P) Limited considers appropriate to manage the Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributorship, or assign the Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributorship in accordance with Section 11.1.2 or Ipurz International (P) Limited can cancel it in accordance with Section 15. Without limitations as to ’s proceedings with regard to the terms and conditions of the representative appointed to manage the Distributorship, such representatives can, based on ‘Ipurz International (P) Limited s specifications, receive all or part of the Commissions and privileges earned by the Distributorship he represents, for the period during which he manages
11.1.2. The administrator of the deceased Distributor’s estate shall, with letters of administration
or other proper authority, and as soon as possible following the death of the Distributor(s), do
the following:
a. Sell the Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributorship in accordance with Section 6 of these rules;
b. If he is or becomes a Distributor, take charge of the deceased Distributor’s
Distributorship, or;
c. Appoint a representative for a period of time, under the terms and conditions specified or
approved by Ipurz International (P) Limited International (P) Limited, who will operate the Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributorship, with the understanding that said representative is or become a Distributor before he starts to operate the Distributorship. In accordance with imitations or the rules imposed by Ipurz International (P) Limited, the representative can, as stipulated by Ipurz International (P) Limited, receive all or part of the incentives and privileges earned by the Distributorship he
represents for the period during which he manages it.
a. Sell the Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributorship in accordance with Section 6 of these rules;
b. If he is or becomes a Distributor, take charge of the deceased Distributor’s Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributorship, or;
Section 12: Rules and Regulations for Internet Usage
12.1 Website Rules and Guidelines
With just a click of the button, people have realized the unlimited potential to conduct a business
and communicate through the Internet. In general, there are three types of Website you, as an
Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor, can create:
• Personal Home Page (PHP) - You may share your personal story or information about your
business, hobbies, or interests with friends and personal group. You may decide to include your
name and state, achievement level, a personal statement regarding the business, a photograph
or an audio greeting
Prospecting Website - You may develop a Website that is designed to interest potential
Distributors in the business opportunity. Here you could include information regarding the
benefits of participation in the business, your personal story regarding the business, general
“how-to’ s” or e-mail addresses to facilitate communication.
Internet Websites, used with prospects, or sites that contain a presentation, explanation, or
illustration of the sales plan or product information to be reviewed by Ipurz International (P) Limited prior to use.
12.2 Social Media Policy
Definition of Social Media
Social Media is an umbrella term that describes websites and online tools that people use to
connect and interact online with other people and share content, profiles, experiences, opinions
and media. These tools include blogs, message boards, podcasts, video and photo sharing
sites, micro blogs, online communities and wikis.
This Policy does not change the current rules or principles but is intended to help Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor’s apply them to social media interactions. Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor’s desiring to use Social Media for their Ipurz International (P) Limited Business should review all Rules of conduct and adhere to the same
Appropriate Conduct
1. Create an individual Social media profile. Enhance the profile by adding personal information
and posting pictures. Connect with family, friends and acquaintances. Remember to maintain
privacy settings to friends or friend of friends.
2. Use Social Media to communicate with those distributors and team leaders as appropriate.
Maintain appropriate privacy settings.
3. Make new friends online.
4. Be transparent, authentic and honest. Be truthful and accurate at all times. Self-disclose your
affiliation with Ipurz International (P) Limited if you intend to discuss the business on your page.
5. Share positive experiences about Ipurz International (P) Limited products and the Ipurz International (P) Limited business.
6. Treat people with respect and courtesy as you would have them to treat you
7. Offer participation, support and feedback. The conversation should take place much like it would in person. When approaching others or entering the conversation, interact positively, be relevant and credible.
8. Connect with Ipurz International (P) Limited online, join official sites and share posts, videos and photos posted by Ipurz International (P) Limited with your teams, customers and prospects.
9. Use commonsense. Remember what you say reflects upon your and Ipurz International (P) Limited’s reputation
10. Refer questions or other users with questions to Ipurz International (P) Limited.
11. Do abide by the Rules of Conduct for Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributors. Only some of the applicable rules are identified here. If in doubt, don’t do it. Check with Ipurz International (P) Limited
PROHIBITED CONDUCT
1. Do not create pages, websites, accounts or other online avenues to sell products
2. Do not prospect or ‘cold’ contact in regards to sponsorship. The same rules that apply to online prospecting apply to your efforts in establishing customers online. If someone contacts, you online and expresses a desire to buy product or learn more about the business, contact them privately through chats, messages or email
3. Do not offer discounts or special promotions not offered by Ipurz International (P) Limited.
4. Do not spam or broadcast using social media
5. Do not create fake Ipurz International (P) Limited or product brand identities.
When it comes to naming your page, you are not allowed to use Ipurz trademarks or trade
names. We suggest you use your full name. People who search for you online are more likely to
remember and use your name than some clever name for your site (Section 10).
6. Do not use Ipurz International (P) Limited logos, Ipurz International (P) Limited Product logos, brand images, photographs and copyrighted text including product literature or Ipurz International (P) Limited BSM’s without prior permission from Ipurz International (P) Limited or misrepresent Ipurz International (P) Limited in any way (Section 10).
7. Do not make claims about Ipurz International (P) Limited products that are false, misleading or incorrect
8. Do not upload photographs / videos / content related to Ipurz International (P) Limited Business, events or products that are not authorized by Ipurz International (P) Limited, false, misleading or incorrect (Section 10).
9. If in doubt …. Ask. The Ipurz International (P) Limited Code Compliance team is always available to provide advice and guidance.
* Distributor conduct and activities while using the Social media for their Ipurz International (P) Limited
Business is governed by the Rules of Conduct, which are subject to change from time to
time. Violation of the Rules and/or this policy may invite action against your Ipurz International (P) Limited distributorship.
Section 13: Enforcement of the Ipurz International (P) Limited Rules of Conduct
Introduction Violation of the Ipurz International (P) Limited Rules of Conduct is an extremely serious matter, not only because of the effect it may have on the business of an individual Distributorship, but also the result this conduct may have on the opinions of the Ipurz International (P) Limited business held by the public, the media and government officials. Accordingly, while Ipurz International (P) Limited will make every effort to correct any violation through guidance and counselling, further action may be required in more serious cases including, but not limited to the following, which may be applied by Ipurz International (P) Limited in any order or in any combination:
a. Suspension period for the offending Distributorship;
b. De-sponsoring the offending Distributor of his Business Group;
b. Termination of the offending Distributorship. In instances of violation of the Ipurz International (P) Limited Rules of Conduct any Distributor may make a complaint to Ipurz International (P) Limited in accordance with the Complaint Procedure set out in Section 14.1 below. Decisions taken by Ipurz International (P) Limited in its enforcement of the Ipurz International (P) Limited Rules of Conduct may be appealed for further review at Ipurz International (P) Limited Head office in accordance with the Review Panel Procedure set out in Section 15.
13.1 Complaint Procedure:
When a Distributor has discovered that there may have been a violation of the Rules of
Conduct, he must notify Ipurz International (P) Limited and his sponsor of the violation and all facts and documentary or other evidence connected with it.
13.1.1 Notification to Alleged Violator: On receiving this notice, Ipurz International (P) Limited will notify the appropriate Distributors of the complaint and request an immediate response
13.1.2 Insufficient Information: If the complaint and response do not contain sufficient facts
upon which to make a decision, additional information may be requested from any party by
Ipurz International (P) Limited.
13.1.3 Informal Resolution: After Ipurz International (P) Limited receives all information of facts and circumstances relevant to the complaint, Ipurz International (P) Limited will decide whether there has been a violation of the Rules of Conduct and will then discuss the matter with the Distributors involved to explain the rationale behind the rule and to obtain adequate assurance from the Distributors that it will not recur.
13.1.4 Formal Resolution: If Ipurz International (P) Limited is unable to settle the matter informally and if the appropriate corrective action is deemed by Ipurz International (P) Limited to be other than termination or De- sponsorship, then Ipurz International (P) Limited will forward a decision letter to the violating Distributor, as well as the sponsor and the Blue Diamond Member in the Line of Sponsorship of the violating Distributor.
The decision letter will list the specific complaint(s), outline the corrective action to be taken and,
if appropriate, setting a time limit for compliance.
13.1.5 Failure to Comply: Ipurz International (P) Limited will allow the Distributor to implement the appropriate corrective action within the time limit specified in the decision letter. However, if compliance has not occurred on expiration of the time limit, Ipurz International (P) Limited will take further enforcement action directly.
Notice of such action shall be given by letter addressed to the violating Distributor, with a copy
sent to the violator’s sponsor and to the complaining Distributor. Such letter shall be sent by
Registered Mail.
Section 14: Termination and De-sponsorship
Ipurz International (P) Limited can terminate/de-sponsor the Distributorship of an Independent Distributor if he/she
• Gives wrong information in the application form.
• Misrepresents Ipurz International (P) Limited / Ipurz International (P) Limited Business.
• Breaches any of the Rules of Conduct.
• Is convicted of an offence punishable by a prison term
• Is declared bankrupt.
• Is not mentally sound to handle the business.
14.1 Ipurz International (P) Limited may, at its election and by notice in writing to a Distributor, terminate the authorization to operate as an Independent Distributor, or de-sponsor the Distributor from his Business Group, if one or more of the following occurs:
14.1.1 If, in Ipurz International (P) Limited’s opinion, the Distributor provided false information in his Distributor Application.
14.1.2 If the Distributor makes a serious misrepresentation of Ipurz International (P) Limited or the Ipurz International (P) Limited business which, in Ipurz International (P) Limited’s opinion, is not likely to be satisfactorily remedied by corrective actions
14.1.3 If the Distributor breaches any of these Rules of Conduct and fails to rectify such breach
within the time period specified by Ipurz International (P) Limited in its written notice to the Distributor;
14.1.4 If the Distributor commits repeated breaches of any of these Rules of Conduct;
14.1.5 If the Distributor (or, if the business comprises two or more individuals, any of those
persons) is convicted of an offence punishable by a prison term;
14.1.6 If the Distributor (or, if the business comprises two or more individuals, any of those
persons) is suspended or disbarred from practicing his usual trade or profession by any association,
institute or professional society;
14.1.7 If the Distributor becomes the subject of bankruptcy or winding-up proceedings;
14.1.8 In the event that a Distributor dies without either an executor or an heir appointed by the
executor who wishes to assume responsibility for continuing the deceased’s business;
14.1.9 In the event that a Distributor is incapable of managing his affairs by reason of mental
condition.
14.1.10 If the Distributor commits a breach of terms and conditions of availing of any value
added service including any payment thereof and/ or fails to make payment of any products/services provided by Ipurz International (P) Limited.
14.2 The decision of Ipurz International (P) Limited regarding termination or de-sponsoring of a Distributor shall be final and binding on the Distributor subject to appeal to a Review Panel pursuant to the procedure set out in Section 15.
14.3 Termination of a distributor means termination of
• All rights as an Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor.
• All income being generated after the date of termination.
Termination of the Distributor’s authorization to operate as an Ipurz International (P) Limited Distributor means the termination of all rights derived from said authorization, and in conjunction therewith, the right to receive any further income from or generated by such business arising or accruing after the date of termination, except the right to receive reimbursements of the discounts corresponding to the purchases which were made prior to the termination date. Termination shall be effective upon the date specified by Ipurz International (P) Limited in its written notice to the Distributor.
14.4 De-sponsorship means removal of a Distributor from his position as a Sponsor in the
Line of Sponsorship De-sponsorship or “de-sponsored from one’s Business Group” means the removal of a Distributor from his position as a Sponsor in the Line of Sponsorship (including, at the absolute
discretion of Ipurz International (P) Limited, the removal of the Distributor’s right to ever sponsor again in his current Line of Sponsorship or any other Line of Sponsorship), such removal being effected by writtennotice from Ipurz International (P) Limited to the relevant distributor and becoming effective on the date stated in such notice
14.5 The Process of Termination or De-sponsorship:
The Distributor, whose authorization is to be cancelled or who is to be de-sponsored, shall be
given written notice of Ipurz International (P) Limited’s decision by Registered Mail. In addition to complying with the laws of India pertaining o such termination or De-sponsorship, the notice of termination, cancellation, or De-sponsorship shall:
14.5.1 Be mailed to the last mailing address of such parties as shown in Ipurz International (P) Limited’s records;
14.5.2 If applicable, state the Rule(s) violated by the Distributor;
14.5.3 State the date on which any such action shall become effective, and
14.5.4 If applicable, advise the Distributor of his opportunity to appeal Ipurz International (P) Limited’s decision to a Review Panel pursuant to the procedure set out in Section 18.
14.6 Upon termination of his or her authorization as an Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor for any cause whatsoever, the Distributor shall forthwith:
14.6.1 Return, in good condition, all Ipurz International (P) Limited Products and Ipurz International (P) Limited distributed products in his possession as specified in the “Buy-Back” policy.
14.6.2 Cease to use all trademarks, trade names, insignia, or other industrial property used in or related to the Ipurz International (P) Limited business, and
14.6.3 Cease to identify himself as an Ipurz International (P) Limited Independent Distributor.
14.7 In the event that Ipurz International (P) Limited terminates a Distributor’s business or that a Distributor is de- sponsored of his Business Group by Ipurz International (P) Limited pursuant to these Rules of Conduct, the Distributor will have no claim against Ipurz International (P) Limited arising out of or in respect of the termination or De-sponsorship
Section 15: Suspension of a Distributorship
15.1 In an effort to eliminate misrepresentations of the Ipurz International (P) Limited Sales and Marketing Plan within a Line of Sponsorship, or as an alternative to terminating the business of a Independent Distributor who has violated the Rules of Conduct, Ipurz International (P) Limited may employ various actions and procedures to encourage proper Ipurz International (P) Limited business conduct. may use any or all of the following to address the matter:
15.1.1 Hold / forfeit payment of commissions, higher award monies, or other monies payable to
the business.
15.1.2 Suspend authorization to conduct sponsoring activity (sponsoring, recruiting meetings,
training sessions, home presentations, etc.),
15.1.3 Suspend invitations to company-sponsored trips,
15.1.4 Conduct reorientation meetings and chargeback the expenses to the Line of Sponsorship,
Section 16: Termination, De-sponsorship or Suspension by Ipurz International (P) Limited without Formal Complaint
16.1 Ipurz International (P) Limited may initiate termination, De-sponsorship, or suspension of a Distributor’s business even in the absence of a formal complaint. Ipurz International (P) Limited shall not, however, take action against the Distributor until Ipurz International (P) Limited has first offered the violating Distributor an opportunity to explain and/or justify his conduct.
16.2 Where the violation has been of such magnitude as to bring into serious question the right
of such Distributor to continue to operate his business, Ipurz International (P) Limited may terminate without affording the Distributor the opportunity to rectify his past improper conduct.
16.3 The Distributor shall have the right to request a review of the decision by Ipurz International (P) Limited in accordance with Section 17
Section 17: Disposition of Terminated, De-sponsored Businesses
17.1 Process:
In the event that Ipurz International (P) Limited determines that it is necessary to terminate, de-sponsor a Distributor’s business, or if a Distributor cancels his Distributor Agreement or dies without leaving heirs who will assume the operation of the Distributorship, disposition of the business of such
Distributorship will be determined by Ipurz International (P) Limited in its sole discretion. In exercising its prerogative to determine the disposition of such business, Ipurz International (P) Limited may elect to employ one of the following methods:
Section 18: Review by Ipurz International (P) Limited Marketing Pvt Ltd
18.1 Dispute Resolution:
Any dispute, differences or claim arising out of or in connection with the Distributor Agreement
shall be submitted to binding arbitration and shall be referred to the sole Arbitrator appointed in
accordance with the rules and regulation of International Centre for Alternate Dispute Resolution
as a fast track arbitration. The venue of such arbitration shall be at Bangalore and the award of
the Arbitrator shall be final and binding on all parties.
BSM Policy RULES & REGULATIONS
For long term stability and profitability of your iPURZ International business, we are pleased to announce that with effect from April 01, 2003, iPURZ International is implementing the following Business Support Materials (BSM)/Events Policy. We urge that all iPURZ International Members understand and observe both the letter and spirit of the policy in addition to the iPURZ International Rules of Conduct.
Exporting/Importing Product
The iPURZ International Code of Conduct are established to uphold essential standards of behavior to support and preserve the benefits of the iPURZ International Sales & Marketing Plan equitably for all Members.
1. Why is exporting/importing or selling of iPURZ International products from your country stockist to any other country or vice versa prohibited?
The prohibition is essential for the following reasons:
a) To provide a fair business opportunity for all iPURZ International Members and to uphold fair trade in the business.
b) To protect the iPURZ International business and reputation.
c) Such action could result in product display in retail outlets, the violation of Section 4.3, which could carry serious consequences for the Member who violates this rule.
d) Restriction by regulations on packaging, labelling, ingredient content and formulation.
e) Customs and excise duties and other related laws.
f) Product liability.
g) Tradename and trademark protection.
h) The requirement for product registration to legally retail the product in the country.
i) Literature content or language requirements.
2. Can I ship, supply or retail iPURZ International products purchased in one country to another in view that they are operated under my Sponsor Genealogy or Placement Genealogy?
Retailing iPURZ International products in such countries, whether directly or indirectly, constitutes cross border activities which is strictly prohibited, and is in violation of the iPURZ International Code of Conduct. Therefore, all iPURZ International Members can only order and supply/retail the products in their own countries of operation.
3. What should I do if my customers want to buy certain products in bulk?
You are advised to be vigilant in knowing your customers as well as your downlines’ retailing activities as such noncompliance may implicate and impact you.
4. Where can I learn more about this rule?
Kindly refer to Section 4.3 and Section 4.16 of the iPURZ International Code of Conduct in the iPURZ International.
Principles & Etiquette of Using Social Media
People like to do business with people they know, like and trust. That has always been the case, and we believe that social media is so exciting for the direct selling industry – and for you – because of its power to help others get to know, like, and trust iPURZ International and its Members.
Social media can benefit you and your iPURZ International business in a number of ways, including:
reconnecting with friends, colleagues, and customers
making existing relationships stronger
providing timely product information and customer support
inspiring people to learn more about the business opportunity
iPURZ International is committed to using social media to increase brand awareness, favorability, purchase intent and loyalty, and to drive customers and prospective Members to the business. We ask you to make a commitment also – to use social media in a way that is relevant, responsible, and honest. To help you do that, we have come up with a list of guiding principles and etiquette:
Keep it Simple and Positive
People like to do business with positive people. Share good news and make an effort to bring a smile to people every day. Always be sure to avoid arguments and other negative conversations. You’re more likely to achieve positive results from your social media efforts when you keep it positive.
Find a Good Mix
People don’t appreciate being bombarded with “join my business” and “buy from me” posts, nor do they like an overabundance of messages describing the intimate details of your personal life. Maintain a balance between business and personal in your messaging efforts.
Social Media Doesn’t Replace the Real You
Don’t forget to meet people in real life too! Don’t let social media replace face-to-face relationship building. The importance of personal meetings and phone calls – live, one-on-one interactions – are invaluable.
Avoid Spam
Not only is it in poor taste to provide a link to your personal retail website on a public discussion board, forum, or other public places on the Internet, but it could put you at odds with the iPURZ International Code of Conduct regarding soliciting and advertising. It could also be a violation of the website terms and conditions.
Be Honest
Be truthful and accurate at all times. What is said online generally stays there and can spread quickly and widely through links or copying. Misleading others or making false claims jeopardizes your – and iPURZ International’s – reputation. If you plan to talk about your business, be open about the fact that it is an iPURZ International business.
Be Relevant and Credible
If you want to become a trusted source of information on a topic to help build your business, combine your personal comments and stories with meaningful advice, tips, or articles that others would care about. Be sure to offer simple, sound, and accurate advice that helps you establish your credibility and earn your readers’ trust.
Be Respectful
Always remember that others online are free to speak the truth as they have experienced it. The best way to change a person’s perception is through actions, not words. Show them that iPURZ International Members are their friends, neighbors, and community members by acting as such.
Abide by the iPURZ International Code of Conduct
The Code of Conduct are designed to help you represent your business, and iPURZ International, in the best possible light. Be sure you are aware of, and adhere to, the Code of Conduct in order to get the most benefit from your online marketing efforts.
Adhering to the following will help assure you’re in compliance with the Rules:
1. Brand Images and Logos
Using iPURZ International’s logos or product images in your social media presence is not allowed without authorization from the company.
2. Naming Your Page: Use of Trademarks and Trade Names
iPURZ International will not allow the use of its trademarks or trade names as profile names or page names. Use your own name, as people are more likely to remember your name than one you’ve created.
3. Soliciting for Customers or Members
Soliciting is allowed only in a closed environment (i.e. only your friends or followers can see your posts) and is not permitted in open or public forums.
4. Privacy Settings
Many social media sites allow you to manage your privacy settings to control who can see your photos, profile and updates, and who can follow you. iPURZ International recommends that you manage your privacy settings so only your friends, family, and colleagues can view your updates. When participating in open forums where privacy settings are not available or utilized, following the Code of Conduct will help protect iPURZ International’s reputation and yours.
5. Business and Product Claims
Business and product claims must be accurate and substantiated. It is recommended that only business and product information authored by iPURZ International be utilized. Stick with the facts that you CAN say, rather than going beyond the rules, which can compromise both your business and iPURZ International as a company.
6. Videos
Any videos produced by people or entities other than iPURZ International must be reviewed and authorized by iPURZ International prior to being used for your iPURZ International business in a social media environment.
Prospecting for Customers
It’s important to offer iPURZ International products in the right way. You should never offer products as a general status update – prospecting for customers must be done in a closed environment to ensure compliance with iPURZ International’s advertising rules. If someone on a social media site asks how to buy a product, send him a direct message so you can follow up effectively.
Prospecting for Members
The iPURZ International Business Opportunity can make a difference in people’s lives. But when you share online, it’s important to do so the right way to avoid alienating your contacts. Here are some tips to keep in mind when prospecting online:
1. When talking about the business opportunity in general online, look for ways to share without hard selling. Remember, misrepresentations of income and rewards are not allowed. Avoid posts like “Need extra money? You can earn USD 1000 a week or more with iPURZ International. Let me show you a system that works!”
2. It’s important to remember that this is “social” media, and people will not appreciate being bombarded with “join the business” posts as your status updates.
3. If you choose to solicit the business opportunity, this must be done in a closed environment – meaning the only ones that can see your posts are your friends or followers.
4. If someone asks about your business on a social network, and everyone can see the context in which you make your comment, you can respond to questions about your business if you are in a closed environment.
5. Some sites do not always allow people to see the full context of a conversation. In this case, you’re often better off sending the person that has asked about your business a direct message or email that only that person can see. (This helps protect you from being considered a “spammer” by those who don’t understand the context of your post.)
Price Undercutting and Cross Group Supply
Sell Ethically
Selling is an integral part to creating a successful iPURZ International business. However, to sell ethically means conducting business with your uplines, downlines, customers and company with integrity and in accordance with the iPURZ International Code of Conduct. This builds trust, confidence and respect among all and ensure our continued growth.
As a leader in your organisation, you are personally responsible to ensure ethical business conduct is taught and used in your organisation. The Company would not hesitate to effect stern action on any Member for noncompliance to the iPURZ International Code of Conduct and who conduct their business in a manner that jeopardises other Members.
No Cross-Group Supply of Product
Members are prohibited from selling or supplying products to Members in another Sponsor Genealogy or Placement Genealogy. This is referred to as “cross group supply”. Such practice tantamount to “stealing” because it deprives that Line of Sponsorship and Binary of Sponsorship of their rightful PP.
The Code B-1 states that:
“No Distributor shall engage in cross group buying or supplying. “Cross group buying and supplying” occurs when a Distributor supplies iPURZ International distributed products and/or services to another Distributor who is not within his/her Line of Sponsorship.
A Distributor in one Line of Sponsorship must only buy iPURZ International products and services and iPURZ International literature supplies directly from his/her Sponsor up to his/her upline Direct Distributor or iPURZ International.
A Distributor must not supply iPURZ International products and services to another Distributor who is not in his/her Line of Sponsorship.”
If there is an intention to give iPURZ International products as a gift to someone who is a current Member of another Line of Sponsorship and Binary of Sponsorship, such gift or product should be ordered from the recipient’s Line of Sponsorship. This will ensure PP is accorded to the correct Line of Sponsorship and Binary of Sponsorship for proper computation of bonuses as well as qualification. Taking back products to evade corrective action, amount to interference with the Line of Sponsorship and Binary of Sponsorship. It would also jeopardize the relationship between the Company and its customers/Members.
No Price Undercutting
A Member is entitled to earn retail profits for the personalized services that you render to your customers and because retail profits are part of the iPURZ International reward program. Price undercutting is defined as selling at a price below the customer or Member price as recommended by iPURZ International.
Price undercutting not only deprives you of rightful reward, but also deprives others of equal opportunity to build their iPURZ International business. Furthermore, it devalues our products, giving our customers a lower perceived value or price of these products. Such unethical conduct will not help you establish a long-term and profitable business.
Consequences of Non-Compliance
The Company views such practices seriously as it jeopardizes the livelihood of other Members. We will not hesitate to impose strong corrective actions to protect the interest of all Members.
We seek your cooperation to report any such incidences via e-mail to support@ipurzinternational.com, and to provide the company with the evidence of such misconduct.
Intellectual Property Rights
This policy is published by iPURZ International World Sdn Bhd and the license is under Copyright iPURZ International.
iPURZ International owns and manages iPURZ International’s intellectual property rights and other associated intellectual property, which include but not limited to, STC30 and SA15.
1. Summary
Members may share/retweet/repost links from iPURZ International Malaysia website and iPURZ International official social media accounts in closed/private network for current customers and Members in the same LOS only.
Members may not modify the content of product or claims by iPURZ International for any use, either for sharing or commercial purpose.
Members may use iPURZ International’s Copyright, Trade name, Trademark in accordance with Trade Mark Law and iPURZ International Business Conduct & Rules.
Members are not allowed to use any of Trademark in domain name or URL or account name in social media.
2. Changes
Company may make changes to this Section from time to time. Please keep abreast with the update to ensure you are in compliance with our Policy.
3. Intellectual Property Infringement
iPURZ International respects the intellectual property of others and we ask our Members to do the same, in accordance with the Trade Mark Law and iPURZ International Business Conduct & Rules.
Key Points to Member’s Use of Third Parties’ Intellectual Property
• Members should not use iPURZ International’s or iPURZ International affiliate’s trademarks, copyrights, or other intellectual property without prior written authorization from iPURZ International.
• Members should understand the importance of proper clearance and use of third party intellectual property.
• Members should comply with iPURZ International’s Rules of Conduct relating to use of third party intellectual property, as part of compliance with all local laws and regulations.
• Members should not record (audio or video) iPURZ International meetings or functions without prior written authorization from iPURZ International.
• Without appropriate licenses, Members should not use the trademarks, copyright, or other intellectual property of third parties in connection with their iPURZ International business.
• Without appropriate licenses, videos should not be uploaded to the internet or distributed by e-mail.
