Frequently Asked Questions
Here you will find answers to the most important questions regarding orders, delivery, payment, and customer service.
📦Shipping & Delivery
What shipping methods are available?+
We ship with DHL and Swiss Post.
With Swiss Post, you have the option of having your order sent via Express. This ensures that your parcel is delivered the next day before 9:00 a.m. (including Saturday delivery).
With Swiss Post, you have the option of having your order sent via Express. This ensures that your parcel is delivered the next day before 9:00 a.m. (including Saturday delivery).
What are the shipping costs?+
Shipping costs vary depending on the selected shipping method:
• DHL Shipping: CHF 8.50
• Swiss Post A Mail: CHF 9.50
• Swiss Post Express: CHF 22.50
• DHL Shipping: CHF 8.50
• Swiss Post A Mail: CHF 9.50
• Swiss Post Express: CHF 22.50
From what order value is shipping free?+
We offer free shipping on orders with a merchandise value of CHF 300.00 or more.
How long does delivery take?+
If the product is in stock, your order is usually processed within one working day and delivered within 1 to 2 working days. The exact delivery time depends on the selected shipping method.
What can I do if my delivery arrives damaged?+
Please contact us by email as soon as possible and send us photos of the damaged goods and the packaging. We will review the damage promptly and work with you to find a suitable solution.
If the parcel is visibly damaged upon delivery or shows signs that liquid may have leaked, you may refuse acceptance if you are present at the time of delivery. The parcel will then be returned directly to us.
If the parcel is visibly damaged upon delivery or shows signs that liquid may have leaked, you may refuse acceptance if you are present at the time of delivery. The parcel will then be returned directly to us.
Can I collect my order from the pickup warehouse in Widnau?+
Yes, you are welcome to collect your order from our warehouse in Widnau. If collection is no longer possible, simply contact us and we will ship the goods to you.
When will my order be ready for collection at the Widnau pickup warehouse?+
Your order is usually ready for collection within approximately 2 hours. You will receive an email from us as soon as the goods are ready for pickup.
Will I receive a tracking number?+
Tracking numbers are currently not sent automatically. Please feel free to contact us if you require your tracking number.
↩️Returns & Exchanges
Can I return or exchange a product?+
Yes, unused products in their original packaging can be returned or exchanged within 8 days. The product must not have been used, washed, or damaged.
What are the conditions for returns and exchanges?+
The following conditions apply to returns:
• The return must be made within our 8-day return period.
• The product must be in its original packaging.
• The product must not be damaged, used, or washed.
• The product must be in a condition suitable for resale.
Please contact us by email before returning any goods so that we can coordinate the next steps with you.
• The return must be made within our 8-day return period.
• The product must be in its original packaging.
• The product must not be damaged, used, or washed.
• The product must be in a condition suitable for resale.
Please contact us by email before returning any goods so that we can coordinate the next steps with you.
Can I return opened or already used products?+
No. For hygiene and quality reasons, we can only accept products that are in their unopened original packaging and have not been used. Opened or used products are excluded from return.
How can I register a return or exchange?+
Returns and exchanges can easily be arranged by phone or email.
Who pays the return shipping costs?+
The return shipping costs are borne by the buyer.
💳Payment
What payment methods are available?+
We accept the following payment methods:
• Apple Pay and Google Pay
• Credit and debit cards
• PayPal
• TWINT
• PostFinance
• Advance payment (bank transfer)
• Purchase on invoice
This allows you to choose the payment method that suits you best.
• Apple Pay and Google Pay
• Credit and debit cards
• PayPal
• TWINT
• PostFinance
• Advance payment (bank transfer)
• Purchase on invoice
This allows you to choose the payment method that suits you best.
Why was I asked to pay in advance?+
If you select the payment method "Invoice", our system automatically performs a credit check. If the result is negative, we will ask you to pay in advance.
Are there any additional fees for certain payment methods?+
A fee of 2.4% is charged for payments made via PayPal, credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. No additional fees apply to any other payment methods.
How long do I have to pay an invoice?+
The payment term is generally 14 days net. If you require more time, please contact us by email in advance. We will be happy to find a suitable solution together.
What happens if an invoice is not paid on time?+
Fourteen days after the payment deadline has passed, we send an account statement as the first payment reminder. The second and third reminders follow at intervals of 14 days each. If payment is still outstanding, the claim will be transferred to a debt collection agency.
Where can I find my invoice?+
Invoices can be found either in your customer account or in your email inbox. If you cannot find the invoice in your inbox, please also check your spam or junk mail folder.
🛒Orders
Is there a minimum order quantity?+
No, there is no minimum order quantity. You can order individual products as well as larger quantities.
Is there a surcharge for small orders?+
No, we do not charge any small-order surcharges. Only the shipping costs are charged.
Are there any additional costs or surcharges?+
Yes. In addition to the value of the goods, shipping costs apply.
For payments made via PayPal, credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay, a payment processing fee of 2.4% is also charged.
For payments made via PayPal, credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay, a payment processing fee of 2.4% is also charged.
How quickly will my order be processed?+
Orders received on working days are generally processed and prepared for shipment within one working day.
Can I change or cancel my order after it has been placed?+
Yes, please contact us as soon as possible by email or phone.
Provided your order has not yet been processed or shipped, we will be happy to check whether a change or cancellation is still possible.
Provided your order has not yet been processed or shipped, we will be happy to check whether a change or cancellation is still possible.
Will I receive an order confirmation?+
Yes. After completing your order, you will usually receive an automatic order confirmation by email within a few minutes. If you do not receive an email, please also check your spam or junk mail folder.
📋Products & Availability
What quality standards do Benke products meet?+
We place great importance on the quality of our products. For this reason, we work closely with our suppliers and partners and define clear quality requirements.
In addition, we carry out regular internal quality checks to ensure consistently high product quality.
In addition, we carry out regular internal quality checks to ensure consistently high product quality.
How can I see whether a product is available?+
Current product availability is displayed directly on the product page. Any delivery delays or backorders are clearly indicated there.
What does it mean if a product is not immediately available?+
Products with delivery delays can still be ordered. As soon as the item is available again, we will deliver it free of charge.
Where can I find safety data sheets for the products?+
The safety data sheets for our products can be found directly on the respective product page under the "Downloads" tab.
The documents can be downloaded at any time.
The documents can be downloaded at any time.
Where can I find additional product information?+
All important product information can be found on the respective product page. We are also happy to provide personal advice if required.
Can I get advice if I am unsure which product is right for me?+
Yes. We are happy to advise you personally by phone or email and help you find the product that best suits your requirements.
Thanks to our many years of experience and expertise, we can provide the best possible support in selecting the right product.
Thanks to our many years of experience and expertise, we can provide the best possible support in selecting the right product.
🎟️Vouchers & Discounts
Are there discounts for business customers?+
We do not offer standard discounts for business customers. However, individual conditions can be agreed upon once a certain annual turnover is reached. Please contact us for further information.
Can I purchase gift vouchers?+
Unfortunately, we do not currently offer gift vouchers. Should this change in the future, we will announce it on our website.
What discounts does Benke offer?+
We regularly offer weekly promotions with 10% discounts, monthly promotions with free product samples, and free shipping on orders from CHF 75.00 on the last Friday of each month. You can find our current promotions on our website.
How do I redeem a discount code?+
Discount codes can be redeemed in three different places:
• In the cart preview
• In the shopping cart
• On the checkout page
Simply enter your discount code in the designated field. The discount will then be applied automatically.
• In the cart preview
• In the shopping cart
• On the checkout page
Simply enter your discount code in the designated field. The discount will then be applied automatically.
Can I combine multiple discount codes?+
No. Discount codes cannot be combined. Only one discount code can be redeemed per order.
👤Customer Account
What are the benefits of a customer account?+
One of the biggest advantages of a customer account is the overview of all your previous orders. This allows you to view your order history at any time and easily track past purchases.
Can I save billing and shipping addresses?+
Yes, you can save and manage multiple billing and shipping addresses in your customer account.
Where can I find my previous orders?+
Your previous orders can be found in your customer account under the order overview. There, you can view all past orders at any time.
Can I change my account information?+
Yes, you can edit and update your personal information, shipping addresses, and billing addresses at any time in your customer account.
Can I place an order without creating a customer account?+
Yes. You can easily place an order without a customer account. During the checkout process, simply select the option "Checkout as Guest".
🛠️Warranty & Complaints
How long is the warranty on a product?+
Yes. We provide a 2-year warranty on our products.
If a material or manufacturing defect occurs within this period, you may return the product to us. After inspection, you will receive an appropriate replacement.
The warranty does not cover damage caused by improper use, incorrect application, normal wear and tear, or external influences. In such cases, no replacement claim exists.
If a material or manufacturing defect occurs within this period, you may return the product to us. After inspection, you will receive an appropriate replacement.
The warranty does not cover damage caused by improper use, incorrect application, normal wear and tear, or external influences. In such cases, no replacement claim exists.
What should I do in the event of a warranty claim?+
Please report the warranty claim to us by email or phone. After inspecting the product, we will determine whether the claim is covered by warranty and decide on the next steps.
Damage caused by improper use, normal wear and tear, or external influences is excluded from the warranty.
Damage caused by improper use, normal wear and tear, or external influences is excluded from the warranty.
How can I submit a complaint?+
Complaints can be submitted by phone or by email.
What information is required for a complaint?+
The required information depends on the type of complaint:
• Product complaints: Product name and item number
• Order complaints: Delivery note number and/or customer number
• Defective products: Photos of the defect and a brief description of the issue
The more information you provide, the faster we can process your complaint.
• Product complaints: Product name and item number
• Order complaints: Delivery note number and/or customer number
• Defective products: Photos of the defect and a brief description of the issue
The more information you provide, the faster we can process your complaint.
How quickly will my complaint be processed?+
We usually process complaints within 3 working days. In rare exceptional cases, processing may take up to 7 working days. We will, of course, keep you informed about the current status.
🌱Sustainability & Trust
What does Benke do to protect the environment?+
Sustainability is important to us. That is why we continuously optimize our processes and ensure the responsible use of resources.
In our warehouse, we avoid unnecessary secondary packaging. We use a cardboard baler and consistently separate waste. All packaging materials are sourced exclusively from Swiss suppliers, with whom we maintain sustainable and long-term partnerships.
All our workplaces are equipped with modern LED lighting. Our building is heated with district heating and supplied with solar energy.
As we manufacture our cleaning chemicals entirely in Switzerland, short transport routes are guaranteed. In addition, we ensure that our partners and the entire supply chain comply with environmental standards and operate in a resource-efficient manner.
In our warehouse, we avoid unnecessary secondary packaging. We use a cardboard baler and consistently separate waste. All packaging materials are sourced exclusively from Swiss suppliers, with whom we maintain sustainable and long-term partnerships.
All our workplaces are equipped with modern LED lighting. Our building is heated with district heating and supplied with solar energy.
As we manufacture our cleaning chemicals entirely in Switzerland, short transport routes are guaranteed. In addition, we ensure that our partners and the entire supply chain comply with environmental standards and operate in a resource-efficient manner.
Why can I trust Benke?+
As a Swiss specialist retailer, we place great importance on quality, honesty, and customer satisfaction. Thanks to our many years of experience and extensive expertise, we provide our customers with professional advice both before and after their purchase.
Numerous highly positive reviews on Google and social media demonstrate the high level of customer satisfaction.
Numerous highly positive reviews on Google and social media demonstrate the high level of customer satisfaction.
Where do Benke products come from?+
The origin of our products depends on the respective product category:
• Cleaning products: Our cleaning products are manufactured in Switzerland and are Swiss Made.
• Cleaning cloths: For cleaning cloths, we work with specialized manufacturers in Asia according to our quality requirements. Microfiber technology originated in Asia, where many experienced and specialized producers are located.
• Cleaning equipment: In this area, we work with manufacturers and partners from the EU, as well as with selected manufacturers in Asia for certain specialized products.
• Mop covers: We rely on carefully selected manufacturers from Europe and Asia.
Regardless of the country of manufacture, all products are selected, tested, and continuously evaluated according to our quality standards to ensure consistently high quality for our customers.
• Cleaning products: Our cleaning products are manufactured in Switzerland and are Swiss Made.
• Cleaning cloths: For cleaning cloths, we work with specialized manufacturers in Asia according to our quality requirements. Microfiber technology originated in Asia, where many experienced and specialized producers are located.
• Cleaning equipment: In this area, we work with manufacturers and partners from the EU, as well as with selected manufacturers in Asia for certain specialized products.
• Mop covers: We rely on carefully selected manufacturers from Europe and Asia.
Regardless of the country of manufacture, all products are selected, tested, and continuously evaluated according to our quality standards to ensure consistently high quality for our customers.
How does Benke ensure reliable product quality?+
We place great importance on the careful selection of our products and work with selected manufacturers and suppliers. Both our own experience and customer feedback contribute to the continuous development of our product range.
In addition, we regularly conduct internal quality checks and perform random product inspections.
In addition, we regularly conduct internal quality checks and perform random product inspections.