Refund, Returns & Cancellation Policy
1. Consumer Protection Act (CPA) Compliance
-This policy is governed by the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 (CPA). Nothing in this policy is intended to limit or override any rights provided to consumers under the CPA.
-All goods supplied by Technoscent carry a six (6) month implied warranty of quality in terms of Section 56 of the CPA.
-If goods are found to be defective, unsafe, or not of good quality within six (6) months of delivery, the customer may choose one of the following remedies:
- Repair
- Replacement
- Refund
2. Defective or Incorrect Goods
Refunds may be considered provided that:
- Defective
Damaged upon delivery
- The product is unused, unopened, and in its original condition and packaging
- Incorrect
- Proof of purchase is provided
- Not as described
- For digital products or services, the service has not yet been rendered or accessed
You must notify us within 48 hours of delivery and provide supporting photographs where applicable.
Where a defect is confirmed within six (6) months of delivery, we will arrange collection and provide your chosen remedy.
3. Change-of-Mind Returns
Technoscent may, at its discretion, accept returns for change of mind under the following conditions:
The request is made within 7 days of delivery
The product is unused, unopened, and in its original packaging
Proof of purchase is provided
In such cases:
The customer may be responsible for return shipping costs
A reasonable handling or restocking fee may apply
Refunds will be processed once the goods have been inspected and approved
This section does not apply to defective goods covered under Section 1 above.
4. Non-Returnable Items
The following items are not eligible for change-of-mind returns:
Customised or special-order products
Digital products, software, or licenses that have been activated or delivered
Gift cards or vouchers
Products damaged due to misuse, negligence, or unauthorised handling
5. Cooling-Off Period (Direct Marketing)
Where goods or services were purchased through direct marketing, customers have the right to cancel the transaction within five (5) business days of:
- The date of agreement; or
- The date of delivery of goods.
- Before dispatch without penalty
- After processing or shipment, subject to return procedures
- Gauteng, Bloemfontein & Durban: 2-3 working days
- Cape Town & Port Elizabeth Delivery: 3 –7 working days
- All surrounding areas including rural areas -7-14 working days
Returned goods must be in their original condition. The customer may be responsible for return shipping costs.
Refunds will be processed within 15 business days after cancellation
6. Order Cancellations
Orders may be cancelled:
For special-order or customised items, cancellation may be subject to a reasonable cancellation fee.
7. Refund Processing
Approved refunds will be processed within 7–15 business days and will be issued to the original payment method used.
Processing times may vary depending on your financial institution.
For refund or cancellation requests, please contact us at:
Email: Refund@technoscent.co.za
Shipping & Delivery Policy
Order Processing
Orders are processed accordingly after payment confirmation. Orders placed on weekends or public holidays will be processed on the next business day.
Delivery Timeframes
Estimated delivery times:
Delivery timeframes are estimates and may be affected by courier delays or peak periods.
Shipping Fees
Shipping costs are calculated at checkout unless otherwise stated. Promotional free-shipping offers will be clearly communicated.
Undeliverable Parcels
If an order is returned due to:
Incorrect address
Failed delivery attempts
Failure to collect
The customer may be responsible for additional re-delivery fees.
Privacy Policy (POPIA)
Technoscent respects your privacy and processes personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
Information We Collect
We may collect:
Name and surname
Contact details (email and phone number)
Billing and delivery address
Payment-related information
Information submitted through our website or communications
Purpose of Collection
Your personal information is used to:
Process orders and payments
Deliver products and services
Provide customer support
Communicate updates
Improve our services
Data Protection
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard your information. Personal data is shared only with trusted service providers (such as couriers and payment processors) where necessary to fulfil your order or comply with legal obligations.
We do not sell personal information.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
Request access to your personal information
Request correction or updating
Request deletion (subject to legal and contractual obligations)
Privacy enquiries may be directed to:
📧 info@technoscent.co.za