Shipping & Delivery Policy
Company: Silkon Global Ltd (trading as Herbert Accessory)
Shipping Overview
We ship premium silk scarves worldwide with a focus on the UK market. Orders are fulfilled directly from our manufacturing partners in China using reliable express logistics to ensure fast delivery and the best quality-to-price ratio.
UK Shipping
Delivery Timeframes
Standard Shipping (Free on orders over £50)
- Processing Time: 1-2 business days
- Shipping Time: 3-8 business days
- Total Estimated Delivery: 5-10 business days from order date
- Most orders arrive within 7 days
Express Shipping (£12.95)
- Processing Time: Next business day (priority handling)
- Shipping Time: 3-5 business days
- Total Estimated Delivery: 4-7 business days from order date
Business days = Monday-Friday, excluding UK bank holidays
Shipping Costs
- Orders over £50: FREE standard shipping
- Orders under £50: £4.95 standard shipping
- Express Shipping: £12.95 (any order value)
What’s Included
✓ Full tracking for all orders
✓ Insurance coverage
✓ All customs duties and VAT included in price
✓ No hidden fees or surprise charges
✓ Professional courier service (YunExpress via Royal Mail final mile)
International Shipping
We currently ship to select international destinations:
Europe (EU & EEA)
- Delivery: 8-15 business days
- Shipping Cost: £8.95 (free over £75)
- Customs: Customer may be responsible for local customs/duties
United States
- Delivery: 8-15 business days
- Shipping Cost: £9.95 (free over £100)
- Customs: Customer responsible for any local duties
Rest of World
- Delivery: 10-20 business days
- Shipping Cost: Calculated at checkout
- Customs: Customer responsible for any local duties
Note: We cannot be held responsible for customs delays or charges imposed by destination countries outside the UK.
Order Processing
Processing Times
Standard Orders:
- Orders placed before 2:00 PM GMT: Processed within 1-2 business days
- Orders placed after 2:00 PM GMT or on weekends: Processed within 2 business days
- Most orders processed and handed to courier next business day
Express Orders:
- Priority processing – next business day pickup
- Orders placed before 2:00 PM GMT: Same or next-day processing
Bank holidays may add 1 business day to processing time
Order Confirmation
You’ll receive:
- Order Confirmation Email – Immediately after purchase
- Shipping Confirmation Email – When order is dispatched (includes tracking number)
- Tracking Updates – Regular updates as package moves through transit
- Delivery Confirmation – When delivered successfully
Tracking Your Order
How to Track
- Check your shipping confirmation email for tracking number
- Click the tracking link provided in the email
- Or visit our website tracking page and enter your number
- Track directly with courier using the tracking number
Tracking Information
- Tracking activates within 24 hours of dispatch
- Updates typically show: Picked up → In Transit → Arrived in UK → Out for Delivery → Delivered
- Initial status may show “Label Created” or “Processing” – this is normal
- Once in UK, Royal Mail usually handles final delivery
- Contact us if no tracking updates after 3 days
Expected Tracking Timeline
Standard Shipping (7-day typical example):
- Day 1-2: Order processed, picked up by courier
- Day 3-5: International transit to UK
- Day 5-6: UK customs clearance (usually instant)
- Day 6-7: Royal Mail delivery to your address
Why We Ship from China
Our Business Model – Full Transparency
We’re completely open about our fulfillment process:
Why China?
- China produces 90% of the world’s silk
- Direct access to authentic, premium Grade 6A mulberry silk
- Working directly with skilled silk artisans
- Eliminates warehouse and intermediary costs
- Savings passed directly to you
Our Commitment:
- Fast, reliable logistics (5-10 days, not weeks)
- Professional express courier service
- Full tracking and insurance
- UK-based customer service
- All UK customs/VAT included in price
We’re a UK-registered company (Silkon Global Ltd, 15248667) that happens to ship directly from our manufacturing partners. This gives you:
- ✓ UK consumer protection laws apply
- ✓ Easy returns to UK address
- ✓ UK customer service support
- ✓ Legitimate business with legal accountability
Shipping Restrictions
We cannot ship to:
- PO Boxes (for certain carriers)
- Military APO/FPO addresses (contact us for alternatives)
- Certain remote Scottish islands (may incur surcharges)
- Addresses requiring restricted access without prior arrangement
Delivery Issues
Failed Delivery Attempts
If the courier cannot deliver:
- You’ll receive a “Sorry We Missed You” card or email notification
- Item held at local Royal Mail depot or collection point
- Usually held for 7-14 days
- Follow instructions on card to arrange redelivery or collection
- After holding period, item returns to us (we’ll contact you)
Delayed Deliveries
If your order is delayed beyond the estimated timeframe:
Days 1-10: Normal delivery window for standard shipping
- Track your order using the tracking number provided
- Most orders arrive within 7 days
Days 11-14: Contact us for investigation
- Email: Aurora@herbertaccessory.site
- We’ll check with courier and provide update
After Day 15: Refund or resend
- We’ll issue a full refund or resend your order at no cost
- Your choice
Lost Packages
If tracking shows delivered but you haven’t received it:
Within 48 hours:
- Check with neighbors, household members
- Check building reception/concierge
- Check safe places (porch, garage, etc.)
- Verify delivery address was correct
After 48 hours: Contact us at Aurora@herbertaccessory.site
- We’ll investigate with courier
- File insurance claim if necessary
- Reship or refund as appropriate
- We take full responsibility
Damaged in Transit
If your package arrives damaged:
- Take photos of outer packaging
- Take photos of product damage
- Contact us within 48 hours: Aurora@herbertaccessory.site
- Include order number and photos
- We’ll arrange replacement or full refund immediately
- Keep the damaged item until we confirm (for insurance claim)
Customs & Import Duties
UK Orders (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
- All duties and VAT included in your order price
- No additional fees at delivery
- We handle all customs documentation
- Smooth clearance through UK customs
- You pay nothing extra
International Orders (Outside UK)
- You may be responsible for customs duties, taxes, or import fees in your country
- We declare accurate values as legally required (cannot mark as “gift” or lower value)
- Customs charges vary by country – check with your local customs office
- We have no control over these charges
- Delivery may be delayed during customs processing
Quality Assurance
Before Your Order Ships
Every order undergoes:
- ✓ Quality inspection for defects
- ✓ Verification against order details
- ✓ Secure packaging to prevent damage
- ✓ Proper labeling and documentation
- ✓ Insurance coverage
If There’s a Problem
We stand behind every order:
- Wrong item sent: We cover return shipping + send correct item
- Damaged in transit: Full replacement or refund
- Quality issue: Return for full refund within 14 days
- Lost in shipping: Full refund or replacement
Peak Season Considerations
Busy Periods
Delivery may take 1-3 days longer during:
- Christmas/New Year (mid-December to early January)
- Chinese New Year (late January/February – dates vary)
- UK bank holidays
- Major sale periods (Black Friday, etc.)
We’ll notify you if your order falls during a peak period.
Contact Us
Questions about your delivery?
Email: Aurora@herbertaccessory.site
Phone: +44 07591 225895
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM GMT
Registered Address:
Silkon Global Ltd
71-75 Shelton Street
Covent Garden
London WC2H 9JQ
United Kingdom
Customer Service:
69 St Benets Road
Stalham, Norfolk
NR12 9DW
United Kingdom
Summary – Quick Reference
UK Standard Shipping:
- ⏱️ 5-10 business days (most arrive in 7 days)
- 💰 FREE on orders over £50
- 📦 Full tracking included
- 🇬🇧 No customs fees (included in price)
UK Express Shipping:
- ⏱️ 4-7 business days
- 💰 £12.95 any order
- 📦 Priority handling + tracking
- 🇬🇧 No customs fees (included in price)
Our Promise:
- Fast, reliable delivery from China to UK
- Complete transparency about shipping origin
- Professional courier service
- Full tracking and insurance
- UK consumer protection applies
- Easy returns to UK address
Last Updated: November 2024
Silkon Global Ltd – Company Number: 15248667
