1. Product Condition Acknowledgement
By placing an order for used or surplus goods, you confirm that you understand and accept:
- Items may show cosmetic wear, marks, or signs of previous use
- Items may not include original packaging, inserts, or accessories (including foam)
- Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the exact unit supplied
Claims based solely on cosmetic differences, where the item matches the description, will not be considered valid grounds for refund.
2. Order Accuracy & Customer Responsibility
It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure that:
- The correct product has been selected
- The item is suitable for their intended use
- Dimensions, specifications, and compatibility have been checked prior to purchase
We are not liable for incorrect purchases made by the customer.
3. Delivery & Proof of Receipt
All orders are shipped using tracked delivery services.
- Proof of delivery (including photographic evidence where available) will be considered conclusive evidence of receipt
- Responsibility for goods passes upon confirmed delivery
Claims for non-delivery must be raised within 48 hours of the stated delivery date.
4. Damaged in Transit Claims
Any items received damaged must be:
- Reported within 24 hours of delivery.
- Supported with photographic evidence of both the item and packaging.
Failure to report within this timeframe may result in the claim being declined.
5. Returns Condition Enforcement
Returned items must:
- Be in the same condition as received
- Not have been further used, altered, or damaged
We reserve the right to:
- Deduct from refunds for damage or excessive handling
- Refuse refunds where items are returned in a different condition
6. Refund Processing
Refunds will only be issued once:
- The item has been received and inspected
- The return meets our policy requirements
We reserve the right to withhold refunds until satisfactory inspection is completed.
7. Chargebacks & Payment Disputes
Before initiating a chargeback, customers agree to contact us directly to resolve the issue.
Where a chargeback is initiated:
- We reserve the right to provide evidence including order details, tracking confirmation, photographs, and correspondence
- Fraudulent or unjustified chargebacks may be disputed and may result in:
- Refusal of future orders
- Recovery of costs incurred
8. Fraud Prevention
We reserve the right to:
- Cancel or refuse any order suspected of fraud
- Request additional verification before dispatch
- Delay shipment until verification is complete
9. Business Customers (B2B)
For business customers:
- Goods are deemed accepted unless reported within 48 hours of delivery
- Returns are not accepted unless agreed in writing
- No “cooling-off period” applies
- Liability is strictly limited to the value of the goods supplied
10. High-Value Orders / Bulk Orders
For high-value or bulk purchases:
- Additional verification may be required
- Delivery may require signature confirmation
- Returns may be subject to restocking fees (where agreed in advance)
11. Restocking Fee
We reserve the right to apply a restocking fee (up to 20%) on returned items where:
- Items are returned after handling beyond reasonable inspection
- Items require cleaning, repackaging, or refurbishment
12. Refusal of Service
We reserve the right to refuse service, cancel orders, or decline returns from customers who:
- Repeatedly abuse returns policies
- Make unreasonable or fraudulent claims
- Initiate unjustified chargebacks
Need help?
Contact us at sales@surpluscases.co.uk for questions related to refunds and returns.