Refund and Cancellation Policy
Last Updated: 30 Jan 2026
1. Order Cancellation
1.1 Customer-Initiated Cancellation
Before Dispatch:
- Orders can be cancelled free of charge before dispatch
- Cancellation through "My Orders" section or customer support
- Full refund processed to original payment method
- Refund timeline: 5-7 business days for online payments
After Dispatch:
- Cancellation not possible after dispatch
- Order can be refused at delivery (treated as return)
- Shipping charges deducted from refund for refused prepaid orders
1.2 Seller/Platform-Initiated Cancellation
We may cancel orders in the following situations:
- Product unavailability or stock shortage
- Pricing or product description errors
- Suspected fraudulent transactions
- Non-serviceable delivery location
- Force majeure events
Refund for Cancelled Orders:
- Full refund including shipping charges
- Processed within 5-7 business days
- Notification sent via email/SMS
1.3 Cancellation Process
Steps to Cancel:
- Login to your account
- Go to "My Orders"
- Select order to cancel
- Choose cancellation reason
- Confirm cancellation
Alternative: Contact customer support with order details
2. Return Policy
2.1 Return Eligibility
Products Eligible for Return:
- Damaged or defective products
- Incorrect product delivered
- Significantly different from description
- Quality not as expected
- Missing parts or accessories
Return Window:
- 7 days from delivery date
- Product must be unused and in original condition
- Original packaging, tags, and accessories must be intact
- Invoice copy required for return
2.2 Non-Returnable Items
The following items cannot be returned:
- Products without original packaging
- Used, damaged, or altered products (due to customer misuse)
- Products with tampered seals or labels
- Customized or personalized products
- Products on clearance or final sale (as marked)
- Free samples or promotional items
2.3 Return Process
Steps to Initiate Return:
- Contact customer support within 3 days of delivery
- Provide order number, product details, and reason
- Upload photographs if applicable
- Receive return approval and instructions
- Schedule pickup or drop at designated location
Return Verification:
- Returned products subject to quality check
- Return approved only if product meets return conditions
- We reserve right to reject returns not meeting criteria
- Notification sent after quality inspection
2.4 Return Pickup
- Free pickup for defective/wrong products
- Pickup scheduled within 3-5 business days of approval
- Customer responsible for drop-off if pickup unavailable
- Return shipping costs borne by customer for non-defective returns (change of mind)
3. Replacement Policy
3.1 Replacement Eligibility
Products Eligible for Replacement:
- Damaged or defective products
- Wrong product delivered
- Missing parts or accessories
- Manufacturing defects
Replacement Window: 3 days from delivery date
3.2 Replacement Process
Steps to Request Replacement:
- Contact customer support within 3 days
- Provide order details and photographs
- Receive replacement approval
- Schedule pickup of defective product
- Replacement dispatched after verification
Replacement Timeline:
- Replacement initiated after receiving returned product
- Once order is dispatched it will be delivered within 5 - 7 business days as per our shipping policy.
- Delivery time as per standard shipping policy
- If replacement unavailable, refund processed
3.3 Replacement Conditions
- Product must be unused (except for testing defect)
- Original packaging and accessories required
- One replacement per order item
- If second replacement is defective, refund provided
- Subject to product availability
4. Refund Policy
4.1 Refund Eligibility
Refunds processed in following cases:
- Order cancelled before dispatch
- Order cancelled by seller/platform
- Return approved after quality inspection
- Replacement unavailable for returned product
- Double payment or payment errors
- Product not delivered and RTO completed
4.2 Refund Methods
Online Payments (Credit/Debit Card, UPI, Net Banking, Wallets):
- Refund to original payment method
- Processing time: 5-7 business days
- Bank processing may take additional 2-3 days
- Refund status notification via email/SMS
- Refund will be credited within 5 to 10 business days from the date of approval.
4.3 Refund Amount
Full Refund:
- Product price + shipping charges (for seller-initiated cancellations or defective products)
Partial Refund:
- Product price only (for customer-initiated cancellations after dispatch)
- Shipping charges deducted
- Return shipping charges deducted if customer responsibility
No Refund:
- Products returned after return window
- Returns rejected due to quality check failure
- Non-returnable items
4.4 Refund Processing Time
| Payment Method | Refund Timeline |
|---|---|
| Credit/Debit Card | 5-7 business days |
| UPI | 3-5 business days |
| Wallets | 3-5 business days |
Note: Bank processing time not included in above timelines
4.5 Refund Status
- Check refund status in "My Orders" section
- Email/SMS notifications sent at each stage
- Contact customer support if refund delayed beyond stated timeline
- Provide transaction/order details for refund inquiries
5. Exchange Policy
5.1 Exchange Availability
- Exchanges available for different size/color/variant of same product
- Subject to availability of desired variant
- Exchange window: 3 days from delivery
- Product must be unused and in original condition
5.2 Exchange Process
- Contact customer support with exchange request
- Verify availability of desired variant
- Schedule pickup of original product
- Pay difference amount if applicable (or receive refund)
- New variant dispatched after receiving original
- Once your exchage request approved the new item will get delivered within 5 - 7 business as per our shipping policy.
5.3 Exchange Conditions
- Original product must meet return conditions
- Price difference settled before dispatch of new variant
- Exchanges processed as return + new order if significant price difference
- One exchange per order item
6. Damaged or Defective Products
6.1 Reporting
- Report damaged/defective products within 24 hours of delivery
- Provide clear photographs showing defect/damage
- Include images of product, packaging, and shipping label
- Video unboxing recommended for high-value items
6.2 Resolution
- Free replacement for manufacturing defects
- Free return pickup arranged
- Full refund if replacement unavailable
- Priority processing for damage/defect claims
7. Wrong Product Delivered
7.1 Reporting
- Report within 24 hours of delivery
- Provide photographs of received product
- Do not use or open wrong product
- Keep in original packaging
7.2 Resolution
- Correct product sent at no additional cost
- Free pickup of wrong product
- Expedited processing for wrong product claims
- Refund if correct product unavailable
8. Quality Issues
8.1 Assessment
- Quality issues assessed on case-by-case basis
- Photographs and detailed description required
- Expert team evaluation for quality claims
- Resolution based on assessment outcome
8.2 Resolution Options
- Replacement for genuine quality issues
- Refund if replacement not possible
- Technical support for usage-related issues
- Return/refund rejected if product meets quality standards
9. Missing Items or Accessories
9.1 Reporting
- Report missing items within 24 hours of delivery
- Check packaging thoroughly before reporting
- Provide order details and missing item description
9.2 Resolution
- Missing items dispatched separately
- Partial refund if item unavailable
- Complete product replacement if multiple items missing
10. Special Circumstances
10.1 Force Majeure
- Refunds processed for orders affected by force majeure
- Processing time may be extended during such events
- Regular updates provided via email/SMS
10.2 Non-Delivery
- Full refund if order not delivered and RTO confirmed
- Shipping charges refunded for prepaid orders
- Investigation period: 10-15 days from expected delivery date
11. Dispute Resolution
11.1 Complaints
- Email customer support with detailed complaint
- Include order number, photographs, and evidence
- Response within 48 hours
- Resolution timeline: 7-10 business days
11.2 Escalation
- Escalate to Grievance Officer if unresolved
- Contact details in Privacy Policy section
- We strive to resolve all disputes amicably
12. Customer Responsibilities
- Inspect products immediately upon delivery
- Report issues within specified timelines
- Maintain products in returnable condition
- Provide accurate information and documentation
- Cooperate with investigation and quality checks
- Not misuse return/refund policy
13. Company Rights
We reserve the right to:
- Verify all return/refund/replacement claims
- Reject claims not meeting policy criteria
- Suspend accounts showing misuse of policy
- Modify policy terms with prior notice
- Take legal action for fraudulent claims
14. Contact for Returns/Refunds
Customer Support:
Email: accounts@neweraadhesives.com
Phone: +91 9064003697
Working Hours: Monday - Saturday (10:00 AM - 6:00 PM IST)
Return Address:
New Era Adhesive and Sealants Pvt. Ltd.
New Era House, Plot No-19B, Near Forest Colony, Ring Road, Jalgaon, Maharashtra, India - 425001