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At Tomy Store, we want every gift to bring joy. If your magical purchase didn’t quite sparkle as expected, our friendly gifting elves are here to make it right. Please review our enchantingly simple return policy below.
1. Eligibility for Returns & Exchanges
We happily accept returns and exchanges within 15 days of delivery for most items in their original condition (unused, unworn, with all tags and packaging intact).
❌ Non-Returnable Items:
- Recordable Storybooks (for hygiene reasons once opened)
- Personalized or monogrammed items
- Opened food or beverage-related products from our Barware & Wine Tools or Drinkware collections
- Collectible Figurines with damaged certificates of authenticity
2. Magical Return Process
Step 1: Contact Our Gifting Elves
Email our customer care team at [email protected] within 15 days of receiving your order with:
- Your order number
- Item(s) you wish to return/exchange
- Reason for return
- Whether you prefer a refund or exchange
Sample Return Request Email:
Subject: Return Request for Order #[Your Order Number]
Dear Tomy Store Elves,
I would like to request a [return/exchange] for my recent order #[Your Order Number].
Item Name: [Product Name]
Reason: [Brief explanation]
Preferred Resolution: [Refund/Exchange for [Product Name]]
Please let me know the next steps.
Best regards,
[Your Full Name]
Step 2: Receive Return Instructions
Within 2 business days, our elves will send you:
- A return authorization number
- Shipping instructions (address and carrier information)
- Any special packaging requirements
Step 3: Ship Your Return
Please package items securely in their original packaging when possible. Include a copy of your order confirmation or packing slip. We recommend:
- Using a trackable shipping method
- Retaining your shipping receipt until the process is complete
- Not writing directly on manufacturer’s boxes (use an outer shipping box)
3. Refund Timeline & Methods
Once we receive and inspect your return:
- Processing Time: 3-5 business days after receipt
- Refund Method: Original payment method (Visa, MasterCard, JCB, or PayPal)
- Refund Timing:
- Credit/Debit Cards: 5-10 business days after processing
- PayPal: 3-5 business days after processing
Note: Shipping costs are non-refundable unless the return is due to our error.
4. Exchanges
For exchanges:
- Follow the same return process above
- Clearly state your desired replacement item in your initial email
- If the new item costs more, you’ll be invoiced for the difference
- If it costs less, we’ll refund the difference
5. Damaged or Incorrect Items
If your magical gift arrives damaged or incorrect:
- Contact us within 3 days of delivery at [email protected]
- Include photos of the damaged/incorrect item and packaging
- We’ll typically send a replacement immediately (no return needed)
6. International Returns
For our international customers (excluding some Asian and remote regions):
- Return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility
- Please mark the package as “Returned Goods” to avoid customs charges
- Original shipping fees are non-refundable
Need Help from Our Gifting Elves?
Contact our friendly customer care team:
Email: [email protected]
Mail: Tomy Store, 3558 Cedar Lane, Boston, US 02115
We typically respond within 24 hours (except during major holidays).
Thank you for letting us be part of your gifting journey. We promise to handle every return with the same care we put into selecting our special gifts.
Happy Gifting! ✨
The Tomy Store Elves
