Refund Policy
Effective Date: 7 August 2026
This Refund Policy sets out the conditions under which Chemvenience will accept returns and issue refunds, and is read together with our Terms & Conditions. It is drafted with due regard to the Consumer Protection Act, 68 of 2008 ("CPA").
1. Your Rights Under the CPA
Nothing in this policy limits any rights you may have under the CPA or any other applicable law. Where a provision conflicts with a non-excludable CPA right, the CPA right prevails.
2. Defective or Incorrect Products
If you receive a Product that is defective, damaged, or not what you ordered, please notify us within 7 days of delivery. We will arrange for the Product to be collected, replaced, or refunded at no cost to you, provided the Product has not been misused.
3. Chemical Products — Safety and Hygiene
Due to the nature of our Products (chemical solutions), we do not accept returns of Products that have been opened, used, or partially used, except where the Product is defective. Unopened Products in their original, sealed packaging may be returned within 7 days of delivery in line with this policy.
4. Cooling-Off (Direct Marketing)
Where an order is placed as a result of direct marketing, you may cancel the transaction within 7 business days of delivery in accordance with the CPA, and receive a refund of the purchase price (excluding the delivery fee). The Product must be returned unopened and in its original packaging.
5. How to Request a Refund
To request a return or refund, please contact us with:
- Your order number
- The reason for the return or refund
- Photos of the Product where applicable
We will respond within 3 business days with the next steps.
6. Refund Processing
Approved refunds will be processed to your original payment method within 7–14 business days of the returned Product being received and inspected. Refunds are issued in South African Rand (ZAR).
7. Non-Refundable Items
- Opened or used chemical Products (unless defective)
- Products returned outside the 7-day window without prior agreement
- Products damaged due to misuse or incorrect storage
8. Contact Us
For refund queries, email us at info@chemvenience.co.za or call 071 254 4906.
Questions about this policy? Email us at info@chemvenience.co.za or call 071 254 4906.