Shipping & Returns Policy
Effective Date: July 15, 2024
Key Policy Summary
- Enjoy Free Shipping on all prepaid orders above ₹1499
- 1-2 business day processing time
- 48 hours of return window for defective items
- Full refunds processed within 7 business days
Shipping Information
1. Order Processing
- Orders processed within 1-2 business days (excluding weekends/holidays)
- Additional 1-2 days processing during festive seasons
- You'll receive tracking information via SMS/email once shipped
2. Delivery Options
Enjoy Free Shipping on all prepaid orders above ₹1499
| Shipping Method | Location | Charge | Estimated Delivery Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prepaid | Within West Bengal (WB) | ₹45 | 3 – 7 Business Days |
| Prepaid | Outside West Bengal | ₹65 | 5 – 15 Business Days |
| Cash on Delivery (COD)* | All Locations | ₹90 – ₹150** | 3 – 15 Business Days |
*Please note that the shipping charge for Cash on Delivery (COD) orders must be paid in advance. Only the product value will be paid upon delivery.
**The specific COD charge is calculated based on the delivery location entered at checkout.
3. Important Notes
- Signature required for all deliveries.
- Please inspect packages before accepting delivery.
- Additional duties may apply for international orders.
- Contact us immediately for damaged/missing items.
Policy for Returns
Due to Customer Negligence / Non-Acceptance
This policy applies when a parcel is returned to us due to an error, non-collection, or negligence on the customer's part (e.g., incorrect address provided or failure to accept or collect the delivery).
1. Prepaid Orders (Payment Made in Advance)
If a prepaid parcel is returned to us due to customer negligence:
- Option A: Re-Delivery – Customer must pay an extra shipping charge of ₹100 in advance for the second delivery attempt.
- Option B: Refund – ₹100 will be deducted from the original payment to cover two-way shipping costs. Remaining balance will be refunded.
2. Cash on Delivery (COD) Orders
If a COD parcel is returned due to customer negligence/non-acceptance:
- Shipping Fee Deduction – The advance shipping charge paid for the COD order will be deducted/forfeited to cover shipping and return costs.
- Re-Ordering – Customer must place a new order and pay the applicable shipping charge again. Subsequent COD orders may require stricter verification or pre-payment.
Returns & Exchanges
1. Return Eligibility
Accepted Returns
- Defective/ damaged items
- Incorrect items received
Non-Returnable
- Final sale items
- Personalized/custom orders
- Used/laundered items
2. How to Return
- 1 Notify us within 48 hours of delivery via email return@kuhokini.com
- 2 Record a single, unedited video showing a 360-degree view of the item, immediately followed by a clear, well-lit close-up of the specific defect
- 3 Wait for approval (typically within 48 hours)
- 4 Ship items back using provided return label
3. Refund Processing
| Return Reason | Resolution | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Defective Product | Replacement or Full Refund | 5-7 business days |
| Wrong Item | Correct item or Full Refund | 7-10 business days |
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