Terms & Conditions

 

§1. General

German-Drugstore.com (hereinafter “German Drugstore” or “we”) Customer contact email: info@german-drugstore.com; phone: +49 (0) 30 97002116 . We operate an online shop with internet address www.german-drugstore.com (the “Website”). All orders placed via the Website as well as our deliveries and services are governed exclusively by the General Terms and Conditions of Business set below, as applicable at the time the order is placed. We do not accept any diverging terms and conditions from the customer except where specifically agreed in writing.

The European Commission provides a platform for the out-of-court resolution of disputes (ODR platform), which can be viewed under http://ec.europa.eu/odr. We are not willing to enter into dispute resolution proceedings before the consumer arbitration board.

§ 2. Contracts

2.1. The language available for contracts is English

2.2. The presentation of products on our website does not constitute any offer by German Drugstore for a purchase contract.

2.3. By submitting the order form, that is check out, provided on our website to us you are placing a binding offer for a purchase contract with us. You submit an offer by entering all required information during the ordering process and posting the order form to us by using the button “complete order”.

2.4. On receipt of your order we will send you an e-mail confirming receipt of your order and stating the details of your order (order confirmation). Please note that our order confirmation does not constitute a declaration of acceptance of your contractual offer but serves for information purposes only.

2.5. A purchase contract between you and German Drugstore will become effective only after we have accepted the offer by dispatching the goods ordered.

2.6. German Drugstore has the right to refuse any offer without stating a reason, especially if there are legitimate grounds to suspect that the goods purchased via the internet are intended to be resold on a commercial basis.

§ 3. Cancellation Policy 

3.1. You may repeal your contract of purchase within 14 days without having to state reasons. Provided that the product(s) is full, unopened, unused and in its original condition. 

The allocated cancellation timeframe is 14 days, effective the day that you or an assigned third party, who may not be the carrier/courier, took said commodities into their possession.

To administer your right to cancel and return the order, you have to inform German Drugstore at info@german-drugstore.com, by sending us an explicit written declaration, for instance, as below, stating that you are repealing your contract of purchase. It will suffice to send us your notification of repeal within the given cancellation timeframe in order for the 14-day cancellation timeframe to be granted. 

I/we (*) hereby revoke the contract concluded by me/us (*) for the purchase of the following goods (*)/ the provision of the following service (*)

• Order number

• Ordered on (*)/received on (*)

• Name of consumer(s)

• Address of consumer(s)

• Signature of consumer(s) (only if notification is on paper)

• Datum_______________

(*) ​​Delete where not applicable.

Both return and initial delivery cost and any incurred duties and taxes, will be at your expense.

Goods have to be returned to:

German Drugstore

Krossener Str. 15

10245 Berlin

Germany

Supplements and food products are not elidgible to be returned. We reserve the right to withhold the reimbursement until we have received the returned items. The items have to be sent back to us immediately and no later than fourteen days after the date on which you have notified us of the cancellation of this contract. Only products which arrive in its original condition and undamaged are refundable.

3.2. If you repeal your contract of purchase within 2 hours of payment and before the order has been fulfilled, a full refund will be made. The payment method which was used to make the transaction will also be used for the reimbursement. You will not be charged any fees for the reimbursement.

3.3 The right to cancellation does not exist or lapses, as the case may be, in the case of contracts regarding: 

• the delivery of goods which are not suitable for return due to health protection or hygienic reasons if unsealed by you after delivery, or which, due to their nature, are, after delivery, inseparately mixed with other items; For example, items such as, no limited to, deodorant, make-up, edible and/or drinkable; items with spray, pump, roll as/in applicable container;

• the supply of goods made to customer specifications or clearly customized to personal needs;

• the supply of goods which may deteriorate or expire rapidly;

§ 4. Prices; product presentation; availability; promotion code

4.1. The prices stated on our Website www.german-drugstore.com at the time of your order apply. The currency conversion tool on the website just serves as an indicator for customers’ convenience only. The actual currency exchange rate is determined by the bank.

4.2. The goods offered at German-Drugstore.com are presented on the Website in the form of digital photographs of the actual products. Minor discrepancies between the presentation and the actual products do not qualify as a defect in the goods ordered. The goods are produced and developed by third party suppliers, they may regularly add and delete ingredients or change the formula. It is possible that in some cases stated ingredients on www.german-drugstore.com are different from the goods that are dispatched. It is also possible that in some cases previous product versions with a different packaging design can be found on the website.

4.3. If you have ordered several items at the same time, the products may be delivered at different times.

4.4. Promotion Code

4.4.1. Promotion codes have different time periods of validity and are applicable for purchase of any product available on the website. To determine the validity period, please refer to the document which contains the promotion code.

4.4.2. Exchanges or reimbursements of promotion codes, which were part of a marketing promotion or which you may have received on behalf of German Drugstore, are non-permissible. The disbursement of promotional codes is not permissible outside of the standard return timeframe stated in our terms and conditions.

4.4.3. German Drugstore reserves the right to cancel or block the promotion code, if deemed necessary due to legal reasons, for example, in case of loss or misuse of the promotion code. You will be informed immediately by us in the case of cancelling or blocking the promotion code.

4.4.4. Return policy for orders purchased using a promotion code:

If you make use of your legal right of return, you will be reimbursed only for the amount that you have actually paid, i.e. excluding the amount of payment that equals to the amount of the promotional code. If you are returning only one of the items from your order, the value of the promotion code will be adjusted accordingly, and only the amount relevant to the returned item will be refunded. Please note that promotion codes from sales campaigns cannot be replaced or refunded.

§ 5. Storage of contract data

We store your order data. You will receive an email order confirmation stating all details entered after the transaction is completed. If you wish to print your order, you may do so by printing this confirmation email.

§ 6 Shipping & dispatch

6.1. German Drugstore employs delivery and logistics from courier companies such as FedEx, DHL, as well as the German national post (Deutsche Post), DHL Packet and national posts/ couriers at the destination country. Delivering an logistics services are therefore bond with the terms & conditions of the above mentioned companies. German Drugstore is not responsible for these companies services. 

6.1.2 All delivery times stated on www.german-drugstore.com are an estimation based on the information provided by the above mentioned shipping companies. Actual delivery time may vary due to unforeseeable circumstances. German Drugstore is not responsible for any variation in delivery time.

6.2. The goods will be ready for dispatch, in normal situation, within 2 working days after the date of your order. Delays may occur due to circumstances such as unexpected volume and national holidays.

6.3. International Deliveries

6.3.1 All international shipments will be charged based on the weight and destination of your order. All international shipments must provide an English address. Addresses in local language are regarded as additional information.

6.3.2 Customers outside EU may have to pay import taxes, customs duties, or a brokerage (handling) fee for your order. If assessed, these charges are separate from your shipping fee, and they are the responsibility of the parcel recipient, who will be billed by the local customs office or the carrier of your choice. The product prices and shipping fees as indicated are exclusive of the local customs and duties. Please note that all import taxes, sales taxes, customs duties, handling charges and fees are charged separately for each country, and customer will be responsible for paying these fees.

Customs policies vary widely for every country, so please check with you local customs and tax authority for information specific to your situation. German Drugstore cannot be held responsible or accountable for any taxes, duties, tariffs or any quarantine fees of package warehousing fess assessed by your local customs office.

6.3.3 In case of a returned parcel due to following reasons, refund is not applicable:

• Undeliverable address, including incorrect address, incorrect address input, unofficial address input

• No one available to accept the delivery

• Order refused by the customer

• Refusal to pay customs fees

• Refused by customs

6.5. Due to complex and ever changing customs policies we cannot guarantee the items you are ordering are permitted for import into your country. Therefore, it is important that you become familiar with the customs laws in your country before placing an order. Orders that are seized or delayed by customs are the responsibility of the customer not German Drugstore. No refund of any kind for orders seized or destroyed by customs.

6.6. Lost orders. Delivery time frames are estimates only and do not take into account weekends, holidays, or processing and packing times (please allow up to three working days for packing). International orders may take up to 40 days to clear customs, depending upon delivery method and government procedures. An international order will not be considered “lost” until 40 days after shipment date. The shipment company will not handle claims until this 40-day period has passed.

Customers shall contact us by email info@german-drugstore.com for assistance. We will file in a complaint to respective shipment company, and closely monitor the development until the case is resolved.

6.7. Address errors. We cannot change a customers’ delivery address after an order has been submitted for air mail by national posts. We help to resolve address issues where possible for FedEx, but we cannot be held responsible for any delays, fees, or other delivery issues if the customers’ address was incorrectly entered at checkout.

If the error causes the order to be returned to German Drugstore warehouse or office in resalable condition, no refund will be available. 

6.8. Parcel theft. German Drugstore does not held any responsibility in the case of a parcel is marked “delivered” by delivery courier or post office and then stolen. Please report to the local police and/or postmaster for help.

§ 7 Payment; default in payment; setoff; right of retention

7.1. Accepted methods of payment include: Visa Card, Master Card, PayPal.

7.2. Payment using a promotion code

7.2.1. When making a purchase using a promotion code, simply enter the promotion code in the designated field at checkout. Click on “apply” in the checkout. If the order amount exceeds the promotion code balance, please select a payment method with which you wish to cover the amount remaining.

§ 8. Set-off

The customer is barred from a set-off if the counter claim has no legal backing, was not unanimously decided upon, and is not undisputed or if a separate claim for damages is covered in the same sales contract.

§ 9. Right of retention for commercial transactions

In mercantile trade, the right to the retention of goods and a service disclaimer by the customer cannot be enforced, with the exception of undisputed, legally determined counter claims or claims for damages covered in the same sales contract.

9.1. Retention of title. The goods delivered remain property of German Drugstore until full payment has been made.

§ 10. Inquiries, complaints

For any inquiries about your order or complaints, please contact our Customer Care Team:

email: info@german-drugstore.com, phone: +49 (0) 30 97002116

§ 11. Liability

11.1. You agree that the use of the Website is at your sole risk. The Website and the materials contained herein are provided on an “As is” and “As available” basis, except as otherwise expressly provided in this agreement. German Drugstore and other affiliated companies and their respective officers, directors, employees and other representatives, successors and assigns of any of them (collectively, “German Drugstore entities”) expressly disclaim all warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including, but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringement.

11.2. German Drugstore entities make no warranty that the Website will meet your requirements, the Website will be timely, secure, error free or uninterrupted, the results obtained from the Website will be accurate or reliable, the quality of any products, services, information or other material obtained by you through the website will meet your expectations and any website errors will be corrected. Any material downloaded or otherwise obtained through the website is done at your own risk and you are solely responsible for any damage to your computer system or loss of data that results from the download of any material. No information obtained by you from German Drugstore entities or through the website shall create any warranty not expressly stated in this agreement.

11.3 All products and services purchased through the website are subject only to any applicable warranties of their respective manufacturers, distributors or suppliers, if any. To the fullest extent permissible by applicable law, German Drugstore entities disclaim all warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose with respect to the products and services listed or purchased on the website. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the German Drugstore entities expressly disclaim all liability for product defect or failure, claims attributable to normal wear, product misuse or modification, abuse, incorrect product selection and not following directions of use.

11.4. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall German Drugstore entities be liable for any damages of any kind arising out of, in connection with or relating to the use of or inability to use the website, including any liability as a publisher of information, reseller of any products or services, for any defective products, for any incorrect information or inaccurate information, for any unauthorized access to or disclosure of your transmissions or data, for statements or conduct of any third party on the website or for any other matter relating to the website or any third party website. This is a comprehensive limitation of liability that applies to all damages of any kind, including any direct, indirect, incidental, special or consequential damages (including damages for loss of business, loss of profits, loss of good will, loss of use, loss of data, cost of procuring substitute goods, services or information, litigation or the like), whether based on breach of contract, breach of warranty, tort (including negligence), product liability or otherwise, even if German Drugstore entities are advised of the possibility of such damages. The limitations of liability set forth herein are fundamental elements of the basis of the arrangement between German Drugstore and you. The products, information and services offered on and through the Website would not be provided without such limitations. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the sole and entire maximum liability of German Drugstore entities for any reason, and your sole and exclusive remedy for any cause or claim whatsoever, shall be limited to the amount paid by you for any product, information or service purchased by you from German Drugstore on the Website.

11.5. If you are dissatisfied with any portion of the Website, or with any of the terms of use contained in this agreement, your sole and exclusive remedy is to discontinue using the website.

§ 12. Not Healthcare Advice

12.1. The products are not approved to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

12.2. The Website is not intended to provide diagnosis, treatment or medical advice. Products, services, information and other content provided on the website, including information that may be provided on the website directly or by linking to third-party websites are provided for informational purposes only. Please consult with a physician or other healthcare professional regarding any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment options.

12.3. Information on the website including any product label or packaging should not be considered as a substitute for advice from a healthcare professional. The website does not recommend self-management of health issues. Information on the website is not comprehensive and does not cover all diseases, ailments, physical conditions or their treatment. Contact your healthcare professional promptly should you have any health related questions. Never disregard or delay medical advice based upon information you may have read on the website.

Links to or access from any third party websites or resources is not an endorsement of any information, product or service. We are not responsible for the content or performance of any third party websites. Use of any third party websites is at your own risk.

12.4. You should not use the information or services on the website to diagnose or treat any health issues or for prescription of any medication or other treatment. You should always consult with your healthcare professional and read information provided by the product manufacturer and any product label or packaging, prior to using any medication, nutritional, herbal or homeopathic product or before beginning any exercise or diet program or starting any treatment for a health issue. Individuals are different and may react differently to different products. You should consult your physician about interactions between medications you are taking and nutritional supplements. 

12.5. Always check the product label or packaging prior to using any product. If there are discrepancies, customers should follow the information provided on the product label or packaging. You should contact the manufacturer directly for clarification as to product labeling and packaging details and recommended use.

We are not liable for any information provided on the website with regard to recommendations regarding supplements for any health purposes. Dietary products are not intended to treat, prevent or cure disease. Consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, supplement or exercise program. We make no guarantee or warranty with respect to any products or services sold. We are not responsible for any damages for information or services provided even if we have been advised of the possibility of damages.

§ 13. Governing law, severability

13.1. All legal disputes arising out of or in connection with a purchase contract shall be governed exclusively by German law to the exclusion of the UN Sales Convention.

13.2. If any provision is invalid, nothing in this shall prejudice the validity of the remaining provisions hereof.

§ 14. Information regarding the online dispute resolution

The European Commission provides a platform for the out-of-court resolution of disputes (ODR platform), which can be viewed under http://ec.europa.eu/odr. We are not willing to enter into dispute resolution proceedings before the consumer arbitration board.

§ 15. Legal Information about the Website

15.1.You acknowledge that all materials on the Website, including the website’s design, text, graphics, sounds, pictures, software, published information and other files and the selection and arrangement thereof, (collectively, “Materials”), are governed by German Drugstore copyright. In any event, an operation involving duplication, distribution or public reproduction may only be carried out if revocable and untransferable authorization has been obtained from the us in writing.

15.2 We assume no responsibility for the online contents that are linked through the use of cross-references (links), since the situation in question does not involve in-house contents. The linked sites were checked for illegal contents, and no such contents were discernible when the link was set up. The operators of the linked sites are responsible for their contents. In this regard, the supplier is not subject to any general obligation to monitor or check. However, if a violation of the law becomes known, the respective link will promptly be removed.

§ 16. Disclaimer. 

German Drugstore cannot be held responsible for any laws or regulations that result in Customs applying additional cost to your order, whether tax or duties, nor any related seized products or delivery delays. However, the vast majority of international shipments do not experience problems or delays, and our customers are very rarely assessed additional fees. In the event additional fees are assessed to an order, the customer’s local Customs authority will contact the customer directly. By ordering from www.german-drugstore.com, you agree to the policies stated above. German Drugstore reserves the right to change these policies at any time, and we also retain the right to refuse service to any customer at our sole discretion.