I would think if TM said do it this way or we'll cease doing business with you then any retailer who sees TM's business as valuable will comply. This is what I meant by TM using their power in this regard. If TM wants this handled as painlessly as possible they should flex their muscle. (IMO).Can they push saltwater to handle replacements different than they are now?
Yes absolutely, do they have to? No.
If salt water refuses TM has that choice to cease business with them.