Returns and right of withdrawal
Last updated: October 2026 · applies to the online shop www.epalinca.ro
This translation is provided for convenience. In case of any discrepancy, the Romanian version prevails.
0114-day right of withdrawal
Under Emergency Ordinance 34/2014 you may withdraw from the contract, without giving a reason, within 14 days from the day you, or a person you designate, take physical possession of the goods.
1.1. The right of withdrawal belongs to consumers (natural persons). Orders placed by companies are governed by the Civil Code.
02What cannot be returned
2.1. Under Art. 16(e) of Emergency Ordinance 34/2014, sealed goods which are not suitable for return for health-protection or hygiene reasons and were unsealed after delivery cannot be returned. Consequently, unsealed or opened bottles cannot be returned.
2.2. Returned goods must be sealed, in their original condition and packaging, undamaged, with the label and tax stamp intact.
03How to return
3.1. Within the 14-day period, send us a clear statement of withdrawal to office@epalinca.ro or by phone at 0742 908 047, quoting your order number. You may use the model form annexed to Ordinance 34/2014, but it is not mandatory.
3.2. Ship the goods to the address below within 14 days of notifying us, packed so that the bottles are protected in transit.
GRĂDINA VERDE S.R.L.
Registered officeStr. Morii 24, Săcueni, jud. Bihor, 417435
VAT / Tax IDRO15476755
Trade RegisterJ05/672/2003
E-mailoffice@epalinca.ro
Phone0742 908 047
Websitewww.epalinca.ro
3.3. The direct cost of returning the goods is borne by the consumer, except for non-conforming goods or goods damaged in transit.
04Refund
4.1. We refund all sums received, including the standard delivery cost, without undue delay and within 14 days of being informed of your withdrawal, using the same payment method as the order unless agreed otherwise.
4.2. We may withhold the refund until we receive the goods or you provide proof of shipment, whichever comes first.
05Damaged or non-conforming goods
5.1. Please check the parcel on delivery. If a bottle arrived broken or the product does not match your order, contact us within 48 hours with photos of the parcel and the product.
5.2. In these cases we replace the product or refund its price, and we bear the shipping costs, under the legal guarantee of conformity (Emergency Ordinance 140/2021 — 2 years from delivery).
06Dispute resolution
6.1. Any complaint should first be sent to office@epalinca.ro; we reply within 15 days.
If we cannot settle the matter amicably, you may turn to:
- ANPC — the National Authority for Consumer Protection, Bd. Aviatorilor 72, District 1, Bucharest · consumer hotline 021 9551 · anpc.ro
- SAL — alternative dispute resolution, a free procedure run by ANPC's SAL Directorate under Government Ordinance 38/2015 · anpc.ro/ce-este-sal
- ODR — the EU online dispute resolution platform closed on 20 July 2025 (Regulation (EU) 2024/3228); for cross-border disputes you may contact the European Consumer Centre Romania · eccromania.ro
GRĂDINA VERDE S.R.L. · Str. Morii 24, Săcueni, jud. Bihor, 417435 · office@epalinca.ro