Shipping

• Koffee-Express.com uses several shipping methods: FedEx UPS or USPS package delivery, and common carrier freight lines. Not all methods are available for all items. Unfortunately, at this time we only offer shipping within the contiguous United States.
• FedEx or USPS package delivery are the primary method of shipping for items weighing less than 150 pounds. In addition to standard ground service, we offer a two-day air option and an overnight delivery option. Additional fees are charged for expedited shipping.
• Please read this important notice if your shipment will be coming by freight line: Common carrier freight lines are used for items that are oversized, weigh over 150 pounds, or are too fragile to ship by air. Shipping only delivers the items to the curbside, it does not include installation services for large equipment nor does it include delivery within your facility. If your order requires special handling such as lift gate or inside delivery please call before placing order.
• Please Note: Most equipment related items are shipped directly from the manufacturer and subject to availability. We do not ship to APO's.
• Once you sign for a product free and clear with a freight or small package carrier our ability to file a claim for the product is eliminated and it is your responsibility to file the claim and make arrangements for settlement with the carrier. It is your responsibility to inspect the packages carefully before signing for them, including opening the package to make sure there is no concealed damage. We repeat, once a customer or their representative signs for a package free and clear we are unable to take responsibility for any damage to the product. We will assist you in filing the claim with the carrier in the manner we can. If a return authorization is provided to you, the customer is responsible for the return shipping and any damages that may occur to the product during the return shipping.

Returns

1. Stock Orders Less than 30 days from Invoice Date
   • Return Due to Product Failure or Damage During Shipping: We will replace the item from our inventory if it was shipped from us
   • Return Due to Customer Order Error/Did not like the product: These returns are subject to a repackaging cost if not in their original cartons, and all freight charges. A restocking charge may be added on some items.
   • Return Due to Our Error: We will credit or replace from stock, as applicable. If not in original cartons, a repacking cost will be added.
2. Stock Orders Greater than 30 days
   • Return Due to Product Failure or Shipping Damage: Customer to follow factory defective/warranty plan.
   • Return Due to Customer Order Error: Non-returnable. Or call
   • Return Due to Processing Error: Generally non-returnable.
3. Factory Direct Orders
   • Return Due to Product Failure: Customer to follow factory defective/warranty plan.
   • Return Due to Customer Order Error: Generally non-returnable. If we can negotiate a return with the supplier, the return is subject to restocking and all freight charges.
   • Return Due to Processing Error (less than 25 days from invoice date): Your order will be credited and arrangements for the return to supplier will be made.
   • Return Due to Processing Error (greater than 25 days from date of invoice): Your order is non-returnable.
4. Liquid Coffee
   • There are no returns offered on the liquid coffee concentrate - all sales are final. This product was intended for commercial use. Due to high demand from home owners, we developed a way to use this at home. If your intention is to use it at home, results may differ from those at hotels, restaurants, etc. There are many factors that affect the taste of the coffee: - blend  - water quality - water temperature - ratio (liquid concentrate: water) For at home users, if you are displeased with the taste, we suggest looking at our "How to Use at Home" instructions. If you followed those instructions and still are not happy with the results, we are sorry. Unfortunately, we do not accept returns on food or beverage products.
5. Single Serve Cups
   • We ship most of our single serve cups loose. Why? Because it allows us to sell it at the lowest price possible.
   • If you have any concerns regarding your purchase of single serve cups, please contact us before your order - we would love to help.

Please note: Any orders that are returned to us by a shipping carrier that are deemed undeliverable will be partially refunded. The buyer is responsible for the shipping fee as well as any other fees assessed to the order.

Availability Policy

• We have thousands of products that ship direct from the manufacturer or are placed on order from the manufacturer to our warehouse only after you order from us. For urgent items please contact customer service for an estimated availability date.
• If your item is in stock, it will generally be shipped on the same day that you order, as long as the order is received by 3pm Eastern time. Orders placed after 3pm will be shipped on the next business day.
• Unless indicated as in stock, most items are not available for immediate shipping and may have a lead time prior to our shipping to you. Once we place our purchase order to obtain the products you ordered we may not be able to cancel the order, or if cancelled there may be a charge up to the full amount of the product price. For most orders we receive a notification from the manufacturer that your item has shipped and we will charge your credit card at the time the product ships. For a few items we do not receive a notification at shipment, or if the manufacturer does not permit cancellation or return of orders we will charge your credit card for the order immediately upon placing your order with our supplier and use it as a deposit until your order is shipped from our supplier.
• The amount of time for your order to reach its destination depends on the shipping method selected by you during the checkout process. We utilize the USPS and FedEx shipment monitoring system. If we have your valid email address you should receive an email notification from the carrier letting you know when they pick up the package, if there are any exceptions to a normal delivery along the way, and a confirmation email when your package has been delivered.

Customer Instructions and Responsibilities for Freight Deliveries

Inspect the entire shipment for visible damage prior to accepting the shipment, and note any damage on the delivery ticket / bill of lading before the delivery person leaves. Refuse delivery of any items with damage. If damage is found after driver has left - customer is responsible for filing claim with freight carrier and we are unable to accept any liability. You are responsible for having someone present to receive the equipment. If an employee, subcontractor, neighbor or anyone else at your location signs for the package you accept the responsibility for the delivery as if you signed for it. You are responsible for any redelivery fees or fees associated with returned packages that are undeliverable if you or someone else is not available to receive shipments when delivery is attempted. Verify the number of packages delivered with the packing slip provided. Unpack your order immediately and inspect for hidden or concealed damage. Should any damage be discovered, retain the shipping carton and any inner packaging intact, request inspection immediately from the carrier as well as make a written request to the carrier. Hidden or concealed damage must be reported and an inspection requested within 3 business days. If there is any damage (visible damage with item refused or concealed damage) then contact customer service at 732-643-9133 to advise of the damage. Please have your order number, shipping information and any available tracking number ready so we can assist in the process if possible. Do not attempt to return any item to KoffeeExpress without a return authorization. Unauthorized returns cannot be processed and all costs are the customer’s responsibility.

Additional Responsibilities for Customers

What does your signature mean on the delivery receipt/bill of lading?

• Your signature (or that of your representative) indicates that all items identified on the delivery receipt/bill of lading are “RECEIVED IN GOOD CONDITION EXCEPT AS NOTED BY” the person that signs the document. This means that you are relieving the manufacturer, the freight carrier and Koffee-Express, of any liability for the damages. Once you sign the delivery receipt/bill of lading without noting any damage we have no method of holding the freight carrier liable for damages.

 

• Don’t be unnecessarily rushed. When the products are being delivered you do need to check the products while the driver is still there. The driver may be insisting that he needs to leave immediately so just sign the form and then file any claims later. We have noticed that the more urgent the driver seems to get the form signed and to move on to his next delivery, the more likely it is that the products are damaged. Inspect the products and note any potential damage on the delivery receipt/bill of lading.

Correct Shipping Customer Address Responsibilities

Please note: Any and all items that require a re-shipment due to incorrect ship to address will be charged for re-shipping to the correct address. It is the responsibility of the customer to indicate correct ship to address.

We are not responsible and will not accept liability for errors in delivery caused by the incorrect entry of an address by the buyer, the lack of sufficient information or the misspelling of an address due to the fault of the buyer. This is the sole responsibility of the buyer, and additional charges for re-shipment and delivery delays may occur when this occurs. In addition; we will not be held responsible for delivery errors or delays that the carrier may make due to errors by their personnel or weather conditions, as these are beyond our control.

If the package is refused or retuned to us, the customer will be charged for the shipping charges.

If you would like to contact us regarding our policies or a particular order, please call 732-643-9133.

Thank you for shopping with us!