Global Industrial

Last verified: August 17, 2026

Return policy at a glance

United States
Return window
30 days
Free return shipping
Conditional
Receipt required
Conditional
In store return for online orders
Not specified
Refund processing time
Not specified
Restocking fee
15%

Global Industrial allows returns within 30 days of receipt if you are not satisfied with your purchase. Items must be unused, in original packaging, and in resalable condition. A 15 percent restocking fee applies to most returns.

How returns work

You can return items by mail via UPS or by dropping off at a UPS location. To start a return, contact Global Industrial's Customer Service at 1-800-645-2986 or log into your account and select the returns section under order management. You will need to request a Return Merchandise Authorization form, which you must print along with your UPS return shipping label and include with your package.

Exclusions and restrictions

Custom-cut items, custom fabric chairs, and promotional or customized items cannot be returned. The retailer also does not accept returns on generators, pressure washers, water and trash pumps, snow throwers, radio headsets, striping paint and line stripers, floor care machines and vacuums, forklifts, leased items, or hazardous items. Global Industrial inspects all returns and reserves the right to refuse credits on items that are damaged, misused, or no longer in resalable condition.

Refunds

Refunds are issued as credit toward future purchases after 30 days. Return shipping costs are your responsibility unless otherwise specified by the retailer. Items subject to the 15 percent restocking fee will have that deduction applied before your credit is issued.

Frequently asked questions

What is the return window at Global Industrial?

You have 30 days from receipt to initiate a return if you are not satisfied with your purchase. You must contact Global Industrial within this time frame to request a Return Merchandise Authorization.

Do I have to pay for return shipping?

Yes, return shipping costs are your responsibility. You will print a UPS return shipping label provided by Global Industrial and arrange drop-off or mail pickup at your own expense.

What is the restocking fee?

Global Industrial charges a 15 percent restocking fee on returns. This fee is deducted from your refund credit before it is issued.

Do I need a receipt to return an item?

The retailer does not specify a receipt requirement. However, you must obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization form by calling 1-800-645-2986 or requesting one through your account online, and this form must accompany your return.

What condition must my item be in to return it?

Your item must be unused, in original packaging, and in resalable condition. Global Industrial inspects all returns and may refuse credits on items that are damaged, misused, or no longer resalable.

Can I return generators or pressure washers?

No. Generators, pressure washers, water and trash pumps, snow throwers, and several other equipment categories are not returnable. Check Global Industrial's full exclusions list before requesting a return authorization.

How will I receive my refund?

Refunds are issued as credit toward future purchases after 30 days have passed. The credit will reflect the restocking fee deduction.

How you can return an item

  • By mail , via UPS with Return Merchandise Authorization form required
  • Carrier drop off , UPS drop off with printed label

Step by step

  1. Call Customer Service at 1-800-645-2986 to obtain a Return Authorization.
  2. Contact Global Industrial within 30 days of receipt if not satisfied.
  3. Log into your account and select returns section under order management.
  4. Request a Return Merchandise Authorization form online or by phone.
  5. Print UPS Return Shipping Label and RMA form provided.
  6. Ship item in original packaging, unused, and in resalable condition.

What you cannot return

  • Custom-cut items , custom nature
  • Generators , regularly stocked exclusion
  • Pressure washers , regularly stocked exclusion
  • Water and trash pumps , regularly stocked exclusion
  • Snow throwers , regularly stocked exclusion
  • Radio headsets , regularly stocked exclusion
  • Striping paint and line stripers , regularly stocked exclusion
  • Floor care machines and vacuums , regularly stocked exclusion
  • Custom fabric chairs , regularly stocked exclusion
  • Forklifts , regularly stocked exclusion
  • Leased items , leased nature
  • Hazardous items , hazardous nature
  • Promotional and customized items , non-returnable by policy

Returning without a receipt

Not specified; Return Merchandise Authorization form required for all returns

Damaged or defective items

Global inspects all returns and reserves right to refuse credits on damaged, misused or non-resalable items.

Warranty

Extended service plans available for eligible products beyond manufacturer's warranty.

What the policy actually says

Every figure above is taken word for word from the retailer page. Here are the exact lines.

Field Quoted from the retailer
Return window days If you are not satisfied with a product, contact us within 30 days of receipt.
Free return shipping For certain returns, UPS Shipping Labels are provided. Please note that while shipping labels may be issued for your convenience, return shipping charges may be incurred depending on the reason(s) for return.
Return shipping fee The customer may also be responsible for return shipping charges, insurance and shipment tracking for returned merchandise.
Restocking fee pct are subject to 15% restocking fee
Receipt required Your only obligation is the freight charge and stocking fee where applicable, provided your return is complete with original packaging, all documentation, warranty cards, cables etc.
Original packaging required Returned merchandise must be shipped in original packaging, freight prepaid, unused, and in resalable condition
Refund method If the product is accepted after this period, it is subject to a 15% restocking fee and credit will be issued toward future purchases only.

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Checked against the retailer's published policy. Last verified: August 17, 2026

Return policies change without notice. Confirm the current policy with the retailer before you buy.