meritboutique Order & Shipping Policy

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Welcome to meritboutique. We are committed to getting your grocery and kitchen essentials to you safely and on time. The following policy explains exactly how we handle orders, shipping, and delivery, so you know what to expect at every stage—from the moment you check out to the moment your package arrives at your door.

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Order Processing & Dispatch

• Standard Non-Perishable Orders: We process and dispatch these orders within 1–2 business days (Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays).
• Order Cut-Off Time: Orders submitted before 2:00 PM EST (Monday through Friday) are generally handled the same business day. Orders received after 2:00 PM EST, or on weekends, are processed on the next business day.
• Perishable Goods Handling: Temperature-sensitive and perishable products are packaged using specialized cold-chain insulation and shipped Monday through Thursday only, so they are not held in transit over the weekend.

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Domestic Shipping Rates & Delivery Estimates (United States)

Every shipping rate and delivery estimate is calculated and shown clearly at checkout before you complete your purchase.

Shipping Method	Estimated Transit Time	Shipping Cost	Notes / Eligibility
Standard Shipping	7–12 business days	$5.99 USD	Standard ground shipping for all domestic orders.
Free Standard Shipping	7–12 business days	FREE ($0.00 USD)	Applied automatically to standard orders over $50.00 USD.
Expedited Shipping	2–3 business days	$14.99 USD	Priority handling for faster delivery.
Overnight Shipping	Next business day	$29.99 USD	Express next-day delivery (Order cut-off 2:00 PM EST).

Please note: Delivery estimates begin once your order has left our facility. Slight delays may occur during peak holiday periods or due to severe weather conditions.

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International Shipping

meritboutique ships to Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and select European Union countries.

• Estimated Transit Time: 7–14 business days after dispatch.
• Customs, Duties & Taxes: International orders may be subject to import duties, value-added taxes (VAT), or customs handling fees once they reach the destination country. These charges are set by your local customs authority and are the recipient's responsibility.

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Order Tracking & Delivery Confirmation

After your order ships, we will send you an automated shipping confirmation email with a direct tracking link and courier details.

If you do not receive a tracking number or see tracking updates within 3 business days of your order confirmation, please contact our support team with your order number.

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Order Modifications & Address Changes

To keep dispatch times fast, order processing begins shortly after you place your order.

• If you need to update your shipping address or modify your order, please contact us within 1 hour of placing it at [email protected].
• We will make every effort to accommodate your request, but we cannot change a shipping address once an order has been handed to the shipping carrier.

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Damaged, Lost, or Compromised Shipments

We stand behind every order we deliver:

• Perishable Items: If a perishable item arrives compromised, spoiled, or damaged due to shipping delays, notify us within 48 hours of delivery with photos, and we will issue an immediate full refund or send a free replacement.
• Lost or Damaged Packages: If tracking shows your package as delivered but you have not received it, or if items arrive damaged, please contact us within 7 days of delivery.

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Contact Us & Merchant Information

If you have questions about your shipment, shipping options, or order status, please reach out to our team:

• Official Business Name: meritboutique
• Customer Support Email: [email protected]
• Customer Support Phone: 17246221484
• Physical Business Address: 257 FAIRVIEW RD, Midland, PA 15059, United States
• Support Operating Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM EST | Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST