Shipping policy
Shipping Policy
Last Updated: September 5, 2026
1. Shipping Policy
Welcome to Chicpodlab. We are committed to providing a reliable and straightforward shipping experience for our customers. This Shipping Policy outlines our procedures regarding the handling, processing, and delivery of orders purchased from our store at https://www.chicpodlab.com/.
2. Handling Time
Handling / Processing Time: 1–2 business days (Monday–Friday, excluding weekends and public holidays).
All orders are processed, inspected, and prepared for dispatch during these handling days before being handed over to our shipping carriers.
3. Delivery Timelines
Our standard delivery timeline is structured as follows:
Estimated Delivery Time: 5–8 business days (Monday–Friday).
Estimated Total Delivery Time: 6–10 business days, including handling and delivery time.
Delivery times are estimates and may vary due to carrier delays, weather conditions, peak shopping periods, holidays, or circumstances outside our control.
4. Shipping Costs
Flat Rate Shipping Cost: $9.99 for standard orders.
Any applicable shipping fees will be clearly displayed at checkout before you complete your purchase.
5. Delivery Methods
We work with established shipping carriers to help ensure that orders are delivered securely to the address provided at checkout.
Standard ground and, where available, expedited shipping methods may be used depending on the destination and shipping option selected.
6. International Shipping
Currently, our primary shipping operations focus on domestic orders within the United States.
If international shipping becomes available in the future, applicable shipping rates, destinations, and estimated delivery timelines will be displayed at checkout and updated in this Shipping Policy.
7. Tracking Information
Once your order has been processed and dispatched, you will receive a confirmation email containing your tracking number and tracking information, where available.
You can use the tracking information to monitor the status of your shipment.
Please allow approximately 24–48 hours after dispatch for tracking information to become available or update in the carrier's system.
8. Damaged or Lost Packages
Damaged Packages: If your package arrives damaged, please inspect it upon delivery and contact us as soon as possible, preferably within 48 hours, with photographs of the package and damaged item.
Please contact us at support@chicpodlab.com.
Lost Packages: If your tracking information indicates that a package has been delivered but you have not received it, or if the package appears to be lost in transit, please contact us promptly.
We will work with the applicable shipping carrier to investigate the shipment and determine the appropriate resolution.
9. Returns and Exchanges — Shipping Related
If you need to return an item or request an exchange, return shipping instructions and responsibility for return shipping costs will be handled in accordance with our Return & Refund Policy:
https://www.chicpodlab.com/policies/refund-policy
Please note that original shipping charges are generally non-refundable, except where otherwise required by applicable law or where the return is due to our error.
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or require assistance regarding this Shipping Policy, please contact us using the information below:
Store Name: Chicpodlab
Trade Name: Chicpodlab
Email: support@chicpodlab.com
Phone: +1 (516) 354-354-3391
Physical Address: 406-424 MD-924, Bel Air, MD 21014, USA
Business Hours: Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (EST)