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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Seller Buyer Club (SBC) — a brand and B2B sourcing platform operated by SBC Trade Solutions LLP.

General Questions

1. What is Seller Buyer Club (SBC)?

SBC is a B2B sourcing and trade facilitation platform that connects verified sports goods manufacturers with genuine bulk buyers. SBC manages the complete trade process, including verification, order coordination, quality inspection, payment handling, packaging, and dispatch.

2. Is Seller Buyer Club a marketplace?

No. SBC is not an open marketplace. It operates as a controlled sourcing platform where all transactions, communications, and payments are managed through SBC to ensure trust, transparency, and accountability.

3. Who operates Seller Buyer Club?

Seller Buyer Club is a brand and platform operated by SBC Trade Solutions LLP, a registered limited liability partnership in India.

Buyer FAQs

4. Who can place an order on SBC?

Any individual, trader, retailer, institution, distributor, or bulk buyer can place an order on SBC. GST registration or formal business registration is not mandatory, unless required by law for a specific transaction.

5. How do I place an order?

Buyers can place orders by selecting a verified manufacturer through SBC or by assigning sourcing responsibility entirely to SBC. All order details and specifications are managed through SBC’s official communication channels.

6. Are buyers allowed to contact manufacturers directly?

No. Direct communication between buyers and manufacturers is strictly prohibited. All coordination is handled by SBC to prevent misuse, pricing manipulation, and fraud.

7. How are payments handled?

Buyers make payments to SBC. Payments are securely held and released to manufacturers in stages as per SBC’s internal process. This ensures protection for both buyers and manufacturers.

8. Do I need to pay shipping charges separately?

Yes. Logistics and shipping charges are borne by the buyer and must be paid before dispatch, unless explicitly agreed otherwise.

9. How is product quality ensured?

All goods pass through SBC’s warehouse for quality inspection before dispatch. This helps ensure that products broadly match agreed specifications before being shipped.

10. Can I cancel or modify my order after payment?

Most orders are bulk or made-to-order. Once production has commenced, orders cannot be cancelled or modified, except at SBC’s sole discretion.

11. Are returns or exchanges allowed?

Returns and exchanges are limited and governed strictly by SBC’s Return & Exchange Policy. Change-of-mind or preference-based returns are not permitted in bulk/B2B trade.

Manufacturer (Seller) FAQs

12. Who can register as a manufacturer on SBC?

Manufacturers and suppliers of sports goods who can provide valid documents and meet SBC’s verification requirements may apply for onboarding.

13. How does manufacturer verification work?

SBC conducts document verification before onboarding manufacturers. Only verified manufacturers are allowed to supply goods through the platform.

14. How do manufacturers receive orders?

Orders are assigned through SBC after buyer confirmation. Manufacturers produce goods strictly as per specifications communicated by SBC.

15. Do manufacturers need to handle logistics?

No. Manufacturers deliver goods to SBC’s designated warehouse. SBC handles quality inspection, packaging, and dispatch.

16. Can manufacturers contact buyers directly?

No. Direct contact with buyers is strictly prohibited. All communication is managed by SBC.

Shipping & Logistics FAQs

17. From where are goods shipped?

All goods are dispatched from SBC’s warehouse after quality inspection and packaging.

18. Does SBC guarantee delivery timelines?

No. Delivery timelines are indicative. SBC is not responsible for delays caused by logistics partners, weather conditions, regulatory actions, or force majeure events.

19. What happens if goods are damaged during transit?

Transit-related issues are handled as per SBC’s Shipping and Return policies. SBC provides reasonable support but is not liable for courier-related delays or damage beyond its control.

Account & Platform FAQs

20. Can SBC suspend or terminate accounts?

Yes. SBC reserves the right to suspend or terminate buyer or manufacturer accounts for policy violations, misuse, fraud, or non-compliance.

21. Is my data safe on SBC?

Yes. SBC follows reasonable data protection practices and does not share buyer or manufacturer data directly with each other. Details are handled as per SBC’s Privacy Policy.

22. Does SBC charge any registration fees?

Any applicable fees, commissions, or charges are communicated transparently. SBC does not authorize any third party to collect unofficial fees.

23. How can I contact SBC for support?

Buyers and manufacturers can contact SBC through official communication channels listed on the website. SBC does not entertain support requests through unofficial or third-party sources.

Final Note

Seller Buyer Club is built on process discipline, trust, and transparency. We encourage all users to read and understand our policies before engaging on the platform.