Refund policy
Returns & Refund Policy
1. Eligibility for Returns
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You have 30 calendar days from receipt of your order to request a return.
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Items must be unused, in original condition, with all labels, seals, packaging, and documentation intact.
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Custom-made, bespoke, or bespoke-tooling items (e.g. made-to-order blood collection tubes, lab consumables) are non-returnable, unless faulty.
2. Faulty or Damaged Goods
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If your item is faulty, damaged in transit, or not as described, contact us within 30 days of delivery.
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We will provide a prepaid returns label and offer your choice of:
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Full refund to your original payment method, or
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Replacement item (subject to availability).
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3. Change of Mind
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For change-of-mind returns (office, lab stock errors, etc.), you are responsible for return shipping costs.
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Once received and inspected, we’ll provide a refund minus any outbound delivery costs.
4. Return Process
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Email sales@regina.co.uk or call 01782 565 646 with your:
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Order number
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Item(s) to return
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Reason for return
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We’ll issue a Returns Merchandise Authorisation (RMA) and provide return instructions.
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Ship the item back within 14 days, in original packaging.
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Refunds are processed within 14 days of receiving and inspecting the return.
5. Refunds
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Refunds are made using the original payment method.
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Standard processing time is up to 14 days after inspection.
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If a delivery surcharge was charged on the original order, this will not be refunded unless the return is due to our error or a faulty item.
6. Restocking and Fees
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We do not charge a restocking fee for UK orders if goods are returned in original condition.
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However, we reserve the right to deduct reasonable costs for poor packaging or missing items.
7. Exceptions
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Non-returnable goods: bespoke lab consumables, made-to-order tooling, opened safety items.
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These are identified at point of purchase. Faulty or misdescribed bespoke items remain eligible for return under consumer law.
8. Consumer Rights
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This policy complements your statutory rights under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 and the Consumer Rights Act 2015.
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You retain the right to cancel within 14 days of receiving your order for goods purchased online, with full refund including standard delivery costs.
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Additionally, you benefit from the higher level of protection under our 30-day period.
9. Contact Us
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Email: sales@regina.co.uk
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Telephone: 01782 565 646 (Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm)
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**Address for returns:**
Regina Industries Ltd
Brookhouse Road
Parkhouse Industrial Estate
Newcastle-under-Lyme
Staffs ST5 7RU
United Kingdom
Summary Table
| Scenario | Return Window | You Bear Shipping? | Refund Includes Delivery? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faulty / Misdescribed Item | 30 days | No (we cover) | Yes |
| Change of Mind | 30 days | Yes | No (shipping excluded) |
| Custom / Made-to-Order Items | — | — | Not returnable |
