Shipping policy

🏷️ 1. Fulfillment & Production Time

  • Orders are produced in Los Angeles (with shipments also from Philadelphia for East Coast customers) within 2–6 business days for standard/direct-to-garment items. Adding branding (woven labels, embroidery, appliqués) may extend this to 7–10 days 

🚚 2. Shipping Options & Timelines

For Dropshipping / Print-on-Demand Orders

  • Only Standard Shipping is available.

  • Apliiq uses a single flat-rate within the US; orders are routed to the closest factory to reduce transit time For Sample & Bulk Orders

  • Upgraded Shipping (16 oz+ items): shipping in 2–7 days 

  • Rush Shipping: faster option available (exact timelines not specified) 

  • Free US shipping on sample/bulk orders over $500 

💰 3. Shipping Rates & Fees

Domestic (U.S.)

  • Flat-rate structure based on weight and quantity:

    • $4.99 base + $2.00 per extra item

    • Alternatively: shipping is calculated by weight (in ounces) + $1 fulfillment fee per item for dropship orders 

International

  • Shipped via USPS to over 150 countries.

  • International shipping delays typical: 3–21 days, sometimes longer based on customs

  • Flat rates: e.g., Canada ~$9.99 + $3/item; other countries from ~$13.99 onwards

  • Duties and taxes not included and are paid by the recipient

📦 4. Tracking

Once shipped, tracking is created and provided via your store integration (Shopify/Etsy/WooCommerce) 

✈️ 5. Integration with e‑commerce Platforms & Shopify Setup

  • Apliiq integrates with Shopify, Etsy, WooCommerce; shipping profiles created during setup reflect Apliiq’s rates for the US, Canada, UK, and “Rest of World” 

  • If USPS updates occur (e.g., Jan 2024), Shopify profiles will need re-syncing .

🌍 6. Sustainability & Packaging

  • Uses 100% recycled polymailers and reducing virgin plastic in ~80 – 90% of orders 

✅ Summary Table

Order Type Production Time (days) Shipping Options Shipping Cost Transit Time (U.S.) Transit Time (Intl)
Dropshipping / POD 2–6 Standard only Flat domestic rate + $1/item ~3–5 days after ship 3–21 business days
Sample / Bulk 2–6 (std) / 7–10 (branded) Upgraded (2–7d), Rush Weight-based + $1/item; Free if >$500 Same day shipping Same as above

🔑 Key Takeaways

  • For most dropship orders: Production (2–6 days) + flat standard shipping to U.S. (3–5 days).

  • Need faster delivery or larger orders? Use Upgraded or Rush shipping.

  • International? Plan for customs delays, duties paid by customer.