Shipping Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
This Shipping Policy (“Policy”) governs the shipment, delivery, handling, and transportation of all products purchased from sproutherbal.com (“Website”). By placing an order, you agree to the terms outlined below. If you do not agree with this Policy, do not purchase or use our products.
1. Primary Shipping Location
All orders are processed, prepared, packaged, and shipped exclusively from our primary operations and herbal handling center located in India.
Though Sprout Herbal maintains shop locations in multiple countries, all global shipments dispatch from India due to:
- Ideal climatic conditions for herb storage and preparation
- Controlled environment facilities
- Access to fresh harvest cycles
- Proximity to rare herb-growing regions
2. Order Processing Time
Please allow 24–72 business hours for order processing, which includes:
- Quality verification
- Batch selection
- Hand processing (if applicable)
- Packaging and sterilization
- Dispatch preparation
Processing time excludes weekends and national holidays in India.
During high-volume periods, delays may occur without notice.
3. Shipping Methods & Estimated Delivery Times
We ship internationally to most countries using major postal and courier services.
Domestic Deliveries
Estimated Delivery: 2–5 business days
International Deliveries
Estimated Delivery: 7–28 business days depending on destination, customs clearance, and local postal operations.
Delivery times may vary for:
These are estimated timelines and NOT guaranteed.
Sprout Herbal has no control over transit delays once parcels leave India.
4. Tracking Information
Once your order has been shipped:
- A tracking number will be provided via email
- Tracking may take 24–72 hours to update
- Tracking reliability depends on the destination country’s courier system
Some countries offer limited or partial tracking.
5. Shipping Fees
Shipping fees are calculated at checkout based on:
- Destination
- Package weight
- Package dimensions
- Courier availability
Shipping fee is non-refundable under all circumstances, including delayed or returned shipments.
6. Risk Of Loss Of Loss & Title Transfer
All purchases from this Website are made pursuant to a shipment contract.
This means:
- Risk of loss
- Risk of damage
- Risk of customs seizure
- Risk of non-delivery
Transfers to you immediately when the package is handed to the carrier.
Sprout Herbal is not responsible for:
- Loss by courier
- Damage in transit
- Misdelivery
- Stolen parcels
- Customs rejections
You must file all claims directly with the carrier.
7. Customs, Duties & import Restrictions
International orders may be subject to import duties, customs fees, VAT, or regulatory inspections imposed by your country.
YOU are solely responsible for:
- Paying customs duties and local taxes
- Understanding your country’s herbal import laws
- Ensuring herbs are permitted in your region
- Completing customs verification
- Responding to customs communication
Sprout Herbal is not liable for:
- Packages seized by customs
- Packages returned due to local restrictions
- Inspection delays
- Additional customs fees
- Denied entry of herbal items
Orders will not be refunded under these circumstances.
8. Address Accuracy & Non-Delivery
Customers are responsible for providing a complete, correct, and deliverable address.
Sprout Herbal is not responsible for:
- Incorrect addresses
- Missing information
- Invalid postal codes
- Unresponsive recipients
- Delivery failures due to user error
If a parcel is returned due to an address issue:
- The customer must pay for reshipment
- Original shipping charges are non-refundable
Returned parcels may take 30–90 days depending on the destination country.
9. Delayes Beyond Our Control
Sprout Herbal is not liable for delays caused by:
- Customs clearance
- International transit delays
- Natural disasters
- Political unrest
- Airline issues
- Health emergencies
- High-volume seasons
- Courier limitations
- Government restrictions
These delays do not qualify for refunds or cancellations.
10. Multi-Items Order & Split Shipment
Depending on availability and product type, orders may be:
- Shipped in multiple packages
- Dispatched at different times
Tracking numbers will be provided for each shipment.
11. Temperature-Sensitive Or Perishable Items
Some herbal preparations may be temperature-sensitive.
Because of this:
- They may only be shipped on specific weekdays
- Transit times may vary
- Availability may be restricted in certain climates
In cases of extreme weather, we may delay dispatch to protect product integrity.
Sprout Herbal is not liable for spoilage due to transit delays.
12. Failed Delivery Attempts
If a courier attempts delivery and you are unavailable:
- The courier may try again
- The parcel may be held at a pickup point
- The parcel may be returned to us
It is your responsibility to track and claim your parcel.
Unclaimed parcels will not be refunded.
13. Lost, Damaged, Or Stolen Packages
Once a parcel enters the courier system, Sprout Herbal cannot control or guarantee their handling procedures.
If a package is lost or stolen:
- File the claim with the courier
- Provide tracking evidence
- Contact local delivery authorities
Sprout Herbal will help customers track their packages.
14. No Shipping Guarantee to Restricted Countries
We do not guarantee shipping to countries with strict herbal regulations.
Orders may be cancelled and amount to be refunded if:
- The destination is legally restricted
- Courier service is unavailable
- Political instability prevents safe transport
We reserve the right to refuse any order at our discretion.
15. Shipping Confirmation Does Not Equal To Order Acceptance
A shipping or order confirmation email does not guarantee:
- Product availability
- Legal importation
- Final acceptance of order
Sprout Herbal may cancel any order at any time due to:
- Fraud suspicion
- Payment issues
- Legal restrictions
- Inventory shortages
Refunds for cancelled orders depend on the circumstances and may exclude processing fees.
16. Changes To This Shipping Policy
Sprout Herbal reserves the right to modify, update, or revise this Shipping Policy at any time.
Changes will take effect immediately upon posting on this page.
Continued use of the Website after these changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Policy.
17. Contact Information
For questions regarding shipping, contact:
Email: support@sproutherbal.com
