General Terms and Conditions (GTCS) for Malata Antwerp

These general terms and conditions apply to all transactions concluded by professionals and/or consumers at www.malataantwerp.com or, unless stated otherwise, through alternative distribution and marketing channels (e.g., in store, fairs, etc.). Please read them carefully before placing an order. All agreements are subject to and shall be interpreted in accordance with Belgian law. Moreover, all disputes between us shall be settled exclusively by the Belgian courts. Nothing in these general terms and conditions shall be deemed to affect your statutory rights. By using this website, you agree to these general terms and conditions. All transactions with Malata Antwerp are subject to these general terms and conditions. Malata Antwerp reserves the right to periodically revise and update its GTCS from time to time. The date above indicates the most recent revision of this agreement. It is your responsibility to stay informed of any changes. These modifications will not apply to orders placed before the publication of the revised GTCS. If you have inquiries or require clarification about the following information, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Malata Antwerp is always referred to as ‘the company’, ‘we’, or ‘us’. The term ‘customer’ shall always refer to the person or persons who purchase goods from the company or agree to purchase goods from the company. Any reference to the website implies a reference to all URLs owned by Malata Antwerp.

Order Placements

All our items, due to their nature and shipping intricacies, are exclusively available for order in-store, via email (hello@malataantwerp.com), or through our inquiry form. This allows a personalized approach tailored to your specific needs. Our team is at your disposal to assist with your specific order, guide you through the available customizations, and shipping options.

Prices
All prices are in euros. Please note that our goods are subject to the VAT margin scheme, unless clearly stated otherwise. All prices are subject to change without prior notice. While orders are processed in EUR, it’s important to note that any exchange rate or currency charges imposed by your bank are beyond our control. While we endeavor to present accurate prices, errors may occasionally occur. In the event that the price of any product you have ordered is incorrect, we will promptly notify you, offering the choice to confirm your order at the correct price or cancel it.

Import Duties and Taxes
Please take into account that local import duties, taxes, and custom clearance fees may be imposed by the customs authority of the destination country. Malata Antwerp holds no responsibility for VAT, fees, or taxes on orders to countries outside the EU, and we cannot predict or control these charges. As the customer/recipient, you are responsible for all local import duties and taxes imposed by customs. Ensuring the prompt payment of these charges is essential to ensure the timely release of your order. Failure to do so may result in delays or complications with your order. Please be aware that any additional costs related to storage or shipping resulting from a lack of customs clearance or failure to pay duties and taxes are not covered by Malata Antwerp. To avoid unforeseen expenses, we strongly recommend reaching out to your local customs office to obtain accurate information about applicable rules and fees.

Cancellations & Change of Order
We want you to be fully satisfied with every purchase from Malata Antwerp and strive to offer you excellent quality, value for money, and service at all times. If you wish to return an item, please contact us for further information and return it to us within 14 calendar days, together with the products. We do not accept cancellations on rush orders that have been placed or stock sale items.

Warranty
If you discover upon receipt of your package that the shipment is visibly damaged in transit, this must be reported immediately to the shipping company. This applies both to home delivery and when you pick up the package from a representative. If, during unpacking, you discover the contents are damaged or that goods are missing, you as a customer are obliged to contact Malata Antwerp (hello@malataantwerp.com) within 72 hours with pictures of the damaged goods. For more details, please visit our Return Policy.

Products
We make every effort to ensure that the colours on the website match those of the actual items as closely as possible. Due to technical limitations, some colours may vary. Additionally, we always strive to capture the condition of our products accurately, but it may not always be possible to document every defect. Therefore, we provide a condition report on the product page to give as much detail as possible about the item’s state.

Force Majeure

We shall not be responsible for any failure to perform our obligations arising from, or caused by, labour disputes or any other circumstances beyond the reasonable control of the Company.

Prices and Printing Errors
We check prices and specifications to the best of our ability. Although we make every effort to ensure that they are correct, we do not accept responsibility for errors and omissions. We reserve the right to change our prices and specifications without prior notice.

Ownership of Goods
All articles delivered to the customer shall remain the property of Malata Antwerp until the payment of all amounts owed for the articles concerned has been received by us.

Questions or Complaints
All questions, complaints, or comments can be sent to hello@malataantwerp.com. We will make every effort to deal with your complaint within 2 working days of receipt. If we are unable to resolve your complaint immediately, we will inform you of the probable timeframe. We will keep you informed of any investigation.

Copyright
The contents of this website and other publications of Malata Antwerp are the property of or are under license of Malata Antwerp and may be used with the consent of the owner. Reproduction is strictly prohibited unless authorized.

Right of Withdrawal
If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, please contact us to return your item(s) within 14 days of receipt/delivery date, with proof of purchase. The merchandise must be in new condition and in the original packaging, meaning unused and undamaged. Returns are not accepted for custom order items unless they are defective or damaged. Installed, discounted, or on-sale items are considered final and cannot be returned or exchanged.

Effects of Withdrawal
If you withdraw from this contract, we shall reimburse to you the value of the item received from you, excluding the costs of delivery, without undue delay and in any event not later than 30 days from the day on which we are informed about your decision to withdraw.

Fraud
Malata Antwerp reserves the right to cancel and refund orders suspected of fraudulent or harmful conduct to ensure the security of consumers’ transactions via www.malataantwerp.com. We may provide transaction information to relevant authorities or payment partners if required in cases of suspected fraudulent transactions or identity theft. Individuals violating these rules may face prosecution.

Shipping

Malata Antwerp offers worldwide shipping. Shipping costs depend on factors such as item specifications, origin, destination, and preferred shipping method (road, sea, air freight). We also provide delivery at the doorstep and the option for customers to use their own carrier. Due to the unique nature of these purchases, we will provide a personalized shipping estimate.

Returns & Damaged Items
If the goods arrive damaged, document the damage with detailed photos and report within 24 hours. If the shipment is not booked via Malata Antwerp, the goods are sold Ex Works, and claims must be handled with your freight forwarder.
For further information, please email us at hello@malataantwerp.com.