Returns & Refunds Policy
This policy applies to domestic/international shipments of pharmaceuticals, health supplements, medical devices ("Products") to/from Japan, complying with Japanese regulations (PMDA, GDP, MHLW) and international standards (WHO/IATA).
1. Core Compliance
- All shipments follow Japan’s Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices Act, GDP standards, and MHLW guidelines.
- Shipping partners must hold valid licenses (Pharmaceutical Distribution License, GDP/IATA certifications).
- International shipments require PMDA registration and MHLW import/export confirmation.
2. Domestic Shipping (Japan)
2.1 Temperature Control
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Product Type
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Temp Range
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Key Requirement
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Room Temp Meds
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15–25℃
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Continuous logging (retained ≥ shelf life +1 year)
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Refrigerated (Vaccines/Biologics)
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2–8℃
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Real-time tracking + deviation alerts
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Frozen (Samples/Cell Therapies)
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≤-20℃ (ultra-low: ≤-150℃)
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Dry ice packaging + pre-shipment validation
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Blood/Diagnostic Samples
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2–6℃ (RBC) / 20–24℃ (Platelets)
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UN 3373 labeled triple packaging
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2.2 Packaging & Delivery
- Mandatory labels: Japanese product name, batch/expiry date, temp requirements, "医薬品" (Pharmaceutical) mark.
- Delivery timelines: Emergency (same/next day); Standard (1–3 business days); No delivery on public holidays.
3. International Shipping
3.1 Eligibility
- Personal use: Prescription meds (≤1-month supply); OTC (≤2-month/24 units); Injectables (≤1-month pre-filled).
- Commercial use: MHLW license required; samples ≤5kg per package.
3.2 Documents & Restrictions
- Required docs: Bilingual invoice (JP/EN), product specs, batch/expiry records, temp report, PMDA cert.
- Prohibited: Narcotics, unregistered meds, counterfeits, endangered species ingredients.
- Restricted: Prescription-free meds (int’l), high-alcohol products, Category 1–3 pathogens.
3.3 Recommended Couriers
DHL Medical Express, FedEx Healthcare, Japan Post EMS (personal use).
4. Liability
- Temp deviation/loss/damage (logistics fault): Full refund/replacement (submit claim within 7 business days with evidence).
- Customs delays: Assistance provided, no liability for non-compliance-related delays.