Amway Reaches Settlement Agreement with Federal Trade Commission and Washington State
Amway has entered into a settlement agreement with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the state of Washington. The agreement resolves a dispute concerning the company's business practices.
Direct selling company Amway announced on September 17, 2026, that it has reached a settlement agreement with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the state of Washington. The agreement aims to resolve a prolonged dispute regarding Amway's business model and its practices.
Amway has consistently maintained that its business model complies with regulations and that its Independent Business Owners (IBOs) adhere to strict conduct standards. As part of the settlement, Amway and the FTC have agreed to use Amway's sales data to track and substantiate sales to customers.
While Amway states it fundamentally disagrees with the agencies' characterization of its business, the company views the settlement as a necessary step to move forward and refocus on its customers and IBOs. Amway highlighted that hundreds of thousands of IBOs in the United States are actively selling products and contributing to local economies.
The settlement allows Amway to continue its operations while emphasizing its commitment to entrepreneurship. Founded in 1959, Amway has navigated market changes and stated its intention to continue adapting and evolving its business model.