Shipping & Refunds

Global Logistics & Quality Assurance Protocol

Export container consignments are scheduled to route via direct shipping lines from Indian terminal ports. Importers are responsible for securing local customs clearance, payment of local duties, and managing local discharge demurrage periods within target parameters. Desouza Farms LLP provides complete shipping manifests, packing lists, clean bill of lading, and sanitary certificates.

1. Export Shipping & Logistics

  • Trade Confirmation: Order processing commences only upon receipt of the agreed advance payment or an Irrevocable Letter of Credit (L/C), as per the formal trade contract.
  • Transit Timelines: Delivery schedules depend on the chosen mode of transport (Air/Sea), destination port formalities, and seasonal logistics availability. We provide real-time tracking and documentation for all international shipments.
  • Packaging Excellence: All goods are packed under strict export-grade conditions, utilizing moisture-lock liners, vacuum sealing, or temperature-controlled environments (Cold Chain) where applicable, ensuring full Phytosanitary & APEDA compliance.

2. Mandatory Quality Verification

To maintain transparency and protect both parties, Desouza Farms LLP operates under a strict Video Verification Policy:

The Requirement

Upon arrival of the shipment at the Buyer’s warehouse or port of destination, the Buyer must record a continuous, unedited video of the container seal being broken and the subsequent unloading of the goods.

Purpose: This video serves as the primary evidence for insurance claims, transit damage assessments, or quality disputes. Failure to provide a clear "Unloading & Seal-Breaking Video" will void any claims for transit damage or quantity shortages.

3. Claims & Refunds

  • Eligibility: Refunds or replacements are offered only if the goods are received in a damaged state or are significantly misaligned with the pre-approved batch samples.
  • Filing Period: All claims must be filed via email to info@desouzafarms.com within 7 days of the shipment's arrival.
  • Required Documentation: Claims must be accompanied by the Container Opening Video, high-resolution photographs of the damage, and a third-party surveyor's report if required by the insurance provider.

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