About Macu Master Franchise
Macu is a specialty tea and coffee franchise originating from Taiwan, offering the Master Franchise opportunity to develop and sublicense the brand within a designated territory in the United States.
Unit locations operate retail tea and coffee shops serving the brand's signature specialty teas, coffee beverages, and food products under the MACU name.
The master franchise fee ranges from $100,000 to $200,000, and Macu has been franchising since 2022 under its parent company, Macu Company Limited.
Macu Master Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$415K
Average Investment
$551K
Maximum Investment
$686K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $100,000 to $200,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | $800 to $1,000 per outlet of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | $0 | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $415,000 – $686,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $415K–$686K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty ($800 to $1,000 per outlet) and marketing fee ($0) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Master Franchise Fee | $100,000 | $200,000 |
| Security Deposit | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Single Outlet Fee | $120,000 | $120,000 |
| Know-How Transfer Fee | $100,000 | $200,000 |
| Equipment and Inventory Fee | $20,000 | $40,000 |
| Lease | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Training Fee | $3,000 | $10,000 |
| Point of sale system | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Interior and Exterior Signs and Graphics | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Professional Fees | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Advertisement | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Business insurance | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 months | $20,000 | $40,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Renewal Fee | $50,000 to $100,000 |
| Technology Fee | $500 to $1,000 annually |
| First Stage Training (if failed evaluation) | $1,000 |
| Second Stage Training (extended, per trainer) | $2,800 |
| Optional Training (per trainer) | $3,500 |
| Design Fee (if requested) | $3/ft2 |
| De-identification Fees (per day) | $2,000 |
| Late Fees (per day) | 0.1% |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 21 days (80 classroom hours, 40 on-the-job hours) |
| Classroom Training | 80 |
| On-the-Job Training | 40 |
| Training Location | Taichung, Taiwan, or another designated training center in Taiwan for classroom training; franchisor's outlet in Taiwan for on-the-job training. |
| Additional Training | The franchisor may require designated personnel to attend additional training courses, seminars, conferences, or other programs, for which an additional training fee may be charged. Optional Training is 14 days for $3,500 per trainer. Periodic Training may also be requested. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | At least 5 million population |
| Description | The master franchise is for a non-exclusive territory agreed upon in the Master Franchise Agreement, extending to non-traditional venues. The franchisor retains the right to operate or license others to operate similar businesses under different trademarks or trade names, or additional Macu franchise businesses under the same trademark, within the same or nearby territories. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 6 years |
| Renewal Term | additional 6-year term |
| Renewal Fee | $50,000 to $100,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew, all fees must be paid, no breach of agreement, notice of intent to renew 90 days before term end, sign a Renewal Agreement (or addendum), supervise Unit Franchisees to remodel outlets (if necessary), and pay a renewal fee equal to 50% of the Initial Master Franchise Fee. |
| Transfer Conditions | Master may transfer the Agreement to an entity that is organized to operate as a Master Franchisee to offer and sell MACU® franchise and is entirely owned by Master, with 30 days prior written notice to the franchisor. The transferee must assume all obligations under the Master Franchise Agreement. |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor can terminate the agreement for reasons including failure to comply with the Development Schedule, bankruptcy, abandonment of business, conviction of a felony, purchasing raw materials from unapproved suppliers, publishing statements affecting reputation, filing trademark registration using franchisor's marks, registering a domain name using franchisor's mark, refusing POS system access, payment defaults, impairing goodwill, using unapproved advertising, selling unauthorized items, unsatisfied judgments, unauthorized disclosure of confidential information, and health/safety violations. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of the Agreement and three years after expiration or termination. |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term of the agreement and for three years after its expiration or termination, the master franchisee and any Principal Equity Owners (owning more than 20%) must not invest in, operate, or manage any same or similar products or services within the same specified area. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The principal owner of the master franchisee is expected to actively participate in the direct licensing, management, and operation of the franchise business. At least one designated Manager (who must be a Principal Equity Owner of at least 50% if an entity) must successfully complete initial training and devote full time during normal business hours to the management, operation, and development of the Franchised Business. |
| Required Suppliers | Master franchisees must purchase all proprietary tea, fruit jams, other raw materials, cups, uniforms, and items with the MACU® logo from the franchisor, its parent company, or affiliates. Point of Sale (POS) systems must be purchased from the franchisor or designated suppliers. |
| Supply Restrictions | Master franchisees must purchase items bearing trademarks only from affiliated companies or other reputable suppliers. POS systems must be from franchisor or designated suppliers. Raw materials, equipment, and supply must be purchased from franchisor or designated suppliers. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | In 2023, the parent company, Macu Company Limited, derived $6,375,534 from mandatory purchases and leases by franchisees, accounting for 47.8% of its total revenue. Payments from designated suppliers to the franchisor range from 2.5% to 4% of the total purchase amount. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | The franchisor does not offer direct, indirect, or any form of financing, nor does it guarantee any note, lease, or obligation. |
Macu Master Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Macu Master does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Macu Master does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Macu Master Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordMacu Master has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Macu Master System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
1
Company-Owned
0
Macu Master currently operates 1 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 3 states: CA, NY, WA
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$318K
Net Income
$111K
Total Assets
$326K
Audited by Kaizen CPA PLLC for year ending December 31.
Macu Master Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Macu Master franchise ranges from $415,000 to $686,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $100,000 to $200,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Macu Master charges a royalty fee of $800 to $1,000 per outlet of gross sales, plus a $0 contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Macu Master Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Macu Master to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Macu Master does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Macu Master has been franchising since 2022. The FDD shows an investment range of $415,000-$686,000, a $800 to $1,000 per outlet royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $100,000 to $200,000 and the total investment ranges from $415,000 to $686,000 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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