Returns and Refunds Policy
Last updated: May 7, 2026
This Returns and Refunds Policy applies to transactions conducted through Oceanhood Inc..
MARKETPLACE DISCLAIMER
Oceanhood operates as an independent marketplace facilitator connecting buyers and third-party merchants.
Unless expressly stated otherwise:
- Oceanhood is not the seller of listed products
- Returns and refund decisions may be subject to individual merchant policies
- Oceanhood may assist in dispute resolution but does not guarantee refunds
ELIGIBILITY FOR RETURNS
Products may qualify for return if:
- The item arrived damaged
- The item materially differs from the description
- Incorrect items were delivered
- The merchant approves the return request
Returned items generally must:
- Be unused
- Be in original condition
- Include original packaging
- Include proof of purchase
Certain products may not be eligible for return.
NON-RETURNABLE ITEMS
Unless required by law, the following items are generally non-returnable:
- Custom-made products
- Personalized items
- Perishable goods
- Hazardous materials
- Opened hygiene or safety items
- Software or digital products
- Special-order maritime supplies
- Clearance or final-sale items
RETURN REQUEST PERIOD
Buyers should submit return requests within:
- 7 days of delivery for damaged items
- 14 days of delivery for standard returns unless otherwise specified by the seller
Late requests may be denied.
RETURN PROCEDURE
To request a return, buyers should contact:
- sales@theoceanhood.com
The request should include:
- Order number
- Product details
- Reason for return
- Photographs if applicable
- Delivery documentation
- Return instructions may vary depending on the seller and shipping destination
RETURN SHIPPING COSTS
Unless the return results from seller error or defective goods:
- Buyers are generally responsible for return shipping costs
- Original shipping charges may be non-refundable
- International return costs, customs charges, and port handling fees are the responsibility of the buyer
REFUNDS
Approved refunds may be issued to the original payment method.
Refund timing depends on:
- Merchant approval
- Payment processor timelines
- Banking institutions
- International transaction processing
Refunds may take several business days to appear.
PARTIAL REFUNDS
Partial refunds may apply if:
- Returned items are damaged after delivery
- Items are missing components
- Items show signs of use
- Restocking fees apply
- International transaction fees are non-recoverable
CHARGEBACKS AND PAYMENT DISPUTES
Users agree to contact Oceanhood before initiating chargebacks or payment disputes whenever reasonably possible.
Fraudulent or abusive chargebacks may result in:
- Account suspension
- Collection actions
- Legal claims
DAMAGED OR DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS
If goods arrive damaged or defective:
- Buyers must document the condition immediately
- Packaging should be retained
- Carrier inspection may be required
Oceanhood may coordinate with the seller and carrier to assist in resolving claims.
VESSEL DELIVERY LIMITATIONS
Returns involving vessel deliveries may be significantly restricted due to:
- International logistics complexity
- Port restrictions
- Vessel schedules
- Customs procedures
Certain vessel-delivered orders may be non-returnable.
FRAUD PREVENTION
Oceanhood reserves the right to:
- Deny suspicious return requests
- Require identity verification
- Investigate fraudulent activity
- Refuse service for abuse of refund policies
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Oceanhood shall not be liable for:
- Indirect losses
- Shipping delays
- Customs issues
- Carrier damage
- Merchant insolvency
- Lost profits
- Consequential damages
CONTACT INFORMATION
Oceanhood Inc.
- 8 The Green, Suite G
- Dover, Delaware 19901
- United States
- Email: sales@theoceanhood.com
- Website: www.theoceanhood.com