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General Terms and Conditions

1. General

These General Terms and Conditions apply to the use of the Zeemed Instruments LDA website and to all products and services offered through our online store.

By accessing our website, creating an account, placing an order, or purchasing products from Zeemed Instruments LDA, you acknowledge that you have read and understood these Terms and Conditions and agree to be bound by them.

These Terms and Conditions apply to all customers, visitors, and users of our webshop unless a specific written agreement states otherwise.

Zeemed Instruments LDA reserves the right to update these Terms and Conditions from time to time. The version applicable to your order will be the version published on our website at the time the order is placed.


2. About Zeemed Instruments LDA

Zeemed Instruments LDA is a company based in Portugal specializing in medical instruments, with a particular focus on medical scissors and related professional instruments.

Our product range may include, among other products:

  • Medical scissors
  • Surgical scissors
  • Dressing scissors
  • Bandage scissors
  • Stitch scissors
  • Medical cutting scissors
  • Paper-coated medical scissors
  • Powder-coated medical scissors
  • Other medical and professional instruments

Our products are intended primarily for professional, healthcare, medical, institutional, or other appropriate uses depending on the specific product.


3. Products and Product Information

We make reasonable efforts to ensure that product descriptions, specifications, images, measurements, colors, and other information displayed on our website are accurate and up to date.

However, minor differences may occur between product images displayed on the website and the actual product, particularly regarding color, finish, packaging, or presentation.

Product images are provided for illustrative purposes unless otherwise stated.

Where applicable, product specifications may include:

  • Product type
  • Instrument dimensions
  • Material
  • Finish or coating
  • Cutting characteristics
  • Intended professional application
  • Packaging information

Zeemed Instruments LDA reserves the right to modify product specifications, packaging, availability, or product presentation where necessary, provided that such changes do not unlawfully affect an order already accepted by us.


4. Medical and Professional Use

Our medical instruments are designed for appropriate professional and/or specialized applications.

Customers are responsible for ensuring that the products they purchase are suitable for their intended use and that they have the necessary knowledge, training, qualifications, or authorization to use them where such requirements apply.

Zeemed Instruments LDA does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, treatment recommendations, or professional healthcare instructions through the webshop.

Products must always be used in accordance with their intended purpose and any applicable manufacturer’s instructions.


5. Availability

All products displayed on our website are subject to availability.

Although we make every effort to maintain accurate stock information, occasionally a product may become unavailable after an order has been placed.

If we are unable to fulfill an accepted order because a product is unavailable, we will contact you and, where applicable, offer an appropriate solution such as:

  • A replacement product
  • An alternative product
  • A revised delivery date
  • Cancellation of the unavailable item
  • A refund of the amount paid for the unavailable product

6. Prices

All prices displayed on our website are stated in Euros (€) unless otherwise indicated.

Where applicable, prices include the legally required VAT. Any applicable delivery or shipping charges will be displayed separately before the customer completes the order.

Zeemed Instruments LDA reserves the right to change product prices at any time.

A price change will not affect an order that has already been accepted and confirmed by Zeemed Instruments LDA, except where the law permits otherwise.


7. Orders

Customers can place orders through our online webshop by selecting the desired products, adding them to the shopping cart, entering the required information, selecting a payment method, and completing the checkout process.

Before submitting an order, customers should carefully check:

  • Product selection
  • Quantity
  • Product specifications
  • Billing information
  • Delivery address
  • Contact information
  • Payment details
  • Total order amount

After an order has been submitted, we may send an order confirmation by email.

An automated order confirmation does not necessarily constitute acceptance of the order if further verification is required.

Zeemed Instruments LDA reserves the right to refuse or cancel an order where there is a legitimate reason, including suspected fraud, incorrect pricing, stock problems, payment issues, or other circumstances permitted by law.


8. Customer Information

Customers are responsible for ensuring that all information provided during the ordering process is accurate and complete.

This includes:

  • Full name
  • Company name, where applicable
  • Billing address
  • Delivery address
  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • VAT or tax information where applicable

Zeemed Instruments LDA cannot be held responsible for delays, additional costs, failed deliveries, or other problems caused by incorrect or incomplete information supplied by the customer.


9. Payment

Payment must be completed using one of the payment methods available during checkout.

Depending on the options offered by Zeemed Instruments LDA, payment methods may include:

  • Credit or debit card
  • Bank transfer
  • Online payment services
  • Other payment methods displayed during checkout

Orders will normally be processed after successful payment confirmation unless otherwise agreed.

If payment fails, is reversed, or cannot be verified, Zeemed Instruments LDA may suspend or cancel the order.


10. Delivery

We deliver products to the delivery address provided by the customer during checkout.

Available delivery destinations, shipping methods, costs, and estimated delivery times will be displayed during the ordering process where applicable.

Delivery times are estimates and may be affected by circumstances outside our reasonable control, including:

  • Courier delays
  • Customs procedures
  • Weather conditions
  • Public holidays
  • Transportation problems
  • Incorrect delivery information
  • Other unforeseen circumstances

We will make reasonable efforts to dispatch orders within the stated timeframe.


11. International Orders

Where international delivery is available, customers are responsible for ensuring that the purchased products can legally be imported and used in the destination country.

Additional customs duties, import taxes, clearance fees, or other charges may apply depending on the destination country.

Unless expressly stated otherwise, such charges are the responsibility of the customer.

Customers are responsible for complying with applicable import and regulatory requirements in their country.


12. Transfer of Risk

For consumer purchases, the transfer of risk will take place in accordance with applicable consumer-protection legislation.

For business-to-business transactions, the transfer of risk may be governed by the applicable agreement, delivery terms, or commercial terms agreed between the parties.


13. Right of Withdrawal and Returns

Where applicable under Portuguese and European consumer legislation, consumers purchasing products online may have a statutory right to withdraw from the purchase within the legally prescribed period without having to provide a reason.

The withdrawal period and applicable exceptions are determined by applicable law.

Certain products may be excluded from the right of withdrawal where permitted by law, including products that:

  • Are made to the customer’s specifications
  • Are clearly personalized
  • Cannot reasonably be returned for hygiene or health-protection reasons after opening
  • Have been used, damaged, contaminated, or altered by the customer
  • Fall under another statutory exception

Before returning a product, customers should contact Zeemed Instruments LDA and follow the return instructions provided.


14. Return Conditions

Returned products should, where applicable, be:

  • Unused
  • In their original condition
  • Properly packaged
  • Complete with original accessories
  • Accompanied by relevant order information

Customers should take reasonable care of products while they are in their possession.

Where permitted by law, the customer may be responsible for any reduction in the value of a product resulting from handling beyond what is necessary to establish the nature, characteristics, and functioning of the product.


15. Defective or Incorrect Products

If you receive a product that is defective, damaged, incomplete, or different from what you ordered, please contact Zeemed Instruments LDA as soon as reasonably possible.

Please provide:

  • Order number
  • Product name
  • Description of the issue
  • Photographs or other relevant evidence where appropriate

We will investigate the matter and provide an appropriate solution in accordance with applicable consumer and commercial legislation.

Depending on the circumstances and applicable law, the solution may include:

  • Repair
  • Replacement
  • Price reduction
  • Refund
  • Another legally appropriate remedy

16. Legal Guarantee and Product Conformity

Products supplied to consumers are covered by the statutory guarantees required under applicable Portuguese and European consumer law.

Nothing in these Terms and Conditions limits or excludes mandatory consumer rights.

For business customers, warranty and conformity arrangements may differ depending on the applicable commercial agreement and legislation.


17. Product Care and Proper Use

Medical scissors and other precision instruments should be handled, cleaned, disinfected, sterilized, stored, and maintained according to their intended use and applicable manufacturer’s instructions.

The customer is responsible for ensuring that the instrument is used correctly and appropriately.

Damage caused by:

  • Incorrect use
  • Improper cleaning
  • Incorrect sterilization
  • Corrosion
  • Excessive force
  • Unauthorized modification
  • Accidental damage
  • Improper storage
  • Normal wear and tear

may not be considered a manufacturing defect.

Where specific care instructions are provided with a product, those instructions should be followed.


18. Hygiene and Safety

Because our products may be used in medical and healthcare environments, customers must ensure that instruments are appropriately cleaned, disinfected, sterilized, or otherwise prepared before use where required by their intended application and applicable professional procedures.

Zeemed Instruments LDA is not responsible for contamination or damage resulting from improper handling, cleaning, sterilization, or storage after delivery.


19. Business-to-Business Orders

Where products are purchased by hospitals, clinics, distributors, medical professionals, companies, or other organizations for business purposes, additional commercial terms may apply.

These may include:

  • Minimum order quantities
  • Wholesale pricing
  • Bulk orders
  • Customized products
  • Special packaging
  • Payment terms
  • Delivery arrangements
  • Distribution agreements

Such terms may be agreed separately in writing between Zeemed Instruments LDA and the business customer.


20. Wholesale and Bulk Orders

For large or wholesale orders, customers may contact Zeemed Instruments LDA directly for product availability, pricing, packaging, delivery arrangements, and other commercial requirements.

A separate quotation or commercial agreement may apply to wholesale or bulk orders.


21. Intellectual Property

All content published on the Zeemed Instruments LDA website, including but not limited to:

  • Logos
  • Brand names
  • Product photographs
  • Text
  • Graphics
  • Product descriptions
  • Website design
  • Icons
  • Videos
  • Other original content

is protected by applicable intellectual-property laws unless otherwise stated.

You may not copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, publish, sell, or commercially exploit our website content without prior written permission from Zeemed Instruments LDA or the relevant rights holder.


22. Website Use

Customers agree to use our website lawfully and responsibly.

You must not:

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our website or systems
  • Introduce malicious software
  • Interfere with website functionality
  • Use the website for fraudulent purposes
  • Attempt to obtain personal information belonging to other users
  • Copy website content for unauthorized commercial purposes
  • Use automated systems to abuse or overload the website

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access to the website where there are reasonable grounds to believe that these Terms and Conditions have been violated.


23. Privacy

The processing of personal data submitted through our website is governed by our Privacy Policy.

We process personal information in accordance with applicable data-protection legislation.

For more information about how we collect, use, protect, and retain personal information, please consult our Privacy Policy.


24. Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to provide essential functionality, improve website performance, analyze website traffic, and support other website functions.

For more information, please consult our Cookie Policy.


25. Liability

Zeemed Instruments LDA will take reasonable care to ensure that information on the website is accurate and that orders are processed appropriately.

However, to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, we cannot guarantee that:

  • The website will always be available without interruption
  • All website information will always be completely error-free
  • Every product will always be available
  • Delivery times will never be delayed
  • The website will always be free from technical problems

Nothing in these Terms and Conditions excludes or limits liability where such exclusion or limitation is prohibited by applicable law.


26. Force Majeure

Zeemed Instruments LDA will not be responsible for delays or failure to perform its obligations where such delay or failure results from circumstances beyond our reasonable control.

Such circumstances may include:

  • Natural disasters
  • Fire
  • Flood
  • War
  • Government restrictions
  • Strikes
  • Transportation disruptions
  • Supply-chain interruptions
  • Major technical failures
  • Cybersecurity incidents
  • Epidemics or pandemics
  • Other unforeseen events beyond our reasonable control

We will make reasonable efforts to minimize the impact of such circumstances and resume normal operations as soon as reasonably possible.


27. Complaints

If you have a complaint regarding a product, order, delivery, payment, or our services, please contact Zeemed Instruments LDA.

We encourage customers to contact us first so that we can investigate and attempt to resolve the matter as quickly as possible.

Please include your order number and relevant details so that we can process your complaint efficiently.


28. Dispute Resolution

Consumers may have access to alternative dispute-resolution mechanisms under applicable Portuguese and European legislation.

Where applicable, information regarding available consumer dispute-resolution procedures can be obtained from the relevant Portuguese authorities or consumer dispute-resolution entities.

Nothing in these Terms and Conditions prevents a consumer from exercising any mandatory rights available under applicable law.


29. Applicable Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws applicable in Portugal, without prejudice to mandatory consumer-protection provisions that may apply to consumers residing in another country.

Where a dispute cannot be resolved amicably, it shall be handled by the competent courts in accordance with applicable Portuguese and European legislation, subject to any mandatory jurisdictional rights available to consumers.


30. Changes to These Terms and Conditions

Zeemed Instruments LDA reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions when necessary to reflect changes in our business, products, services, website, or applicable legislation.

The latest version will always be published on this page.

Customers are encouraged to review this page periodically.

Changes will not retroactively affect orders that have already been accepted unless required or permitted by applicable law.