Frequently asked questions
Here you will find quick and easy answers to the most frequently asked questions about your order, shipping and returns. If you have any questions about the guarantee, payment, your account or planting trees, you can also find information here.
Order
Unfortunately we had to fight with technical problems in the past days. Our store is running smoothly again, but it may be that your browser has stored incorrect Cookies and therefore you can not download the article add to cart . In this case we recommend you to proceed as follows:
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- Still not working? Then contact our customer service and tell us the following information: Device, OS, browser, first time on the site or have you ordered from us before and which item do you want to order?
You can check the current status of your order in your account. Simply log in and look under the column "Order status". The date shows you if you are looking at the right order, if you have more than one open.
Orders are sent to our logistics department as soon as we receive them. They race to get your package ready for dispatch as quickly as possible. Unfortunately, it is impossible to hold up the order process.
No, unfortunately, subsequent changes are not possible. Alternatively, you can place another order and return the incorrect order.
Our internal processes are set up so that we can dispatch your order as quickly as possible. Unfortunately, for this reason we can no longer make any changes to your order once we have received it.
For various reasons, it can happen that certain products are temporarily not (yet) in stock. However, you can reserve and pre-order the desired product with a pre-order. We will then send you your order as soon as possible.
Shipping & Delivery
Yes. If you order within Switzerland, shipping costs 4.90 (Standard) or 7.90 (Fast). The delivery time is two to five working days, depending on the choice of A- or B - Post.
Log in to your account at nikin.ch and check the order status. If you have already done so, check the email with which you created your account at NIKIN . We will inform you of any delays in dispatch by e-mail. If you do not find anything there, please contact our customer service.
You can choose between the shipping options Standard (B-Post) for CHF 4.90 or Fast (A-Post) for CHF 7.90. The delivery time for Standard is between 4 and 5 working days, for Fast it is between 2 - 3 working days.
No, this is not possible at the moment. However, we are examining the option in detail.
A parcel sometimes goes through a lot on its way to you. Please contact our customer service if your goods have been damaged in transit so that we can clarify the situation and offer you a suitable solution.
In this case, contact our customer service so that we can find a suitable solution for you.
Returns & Returns
Register your return using this link and then follow the instructions you see on the page or receive by email.
Unfortunately, you can't exchange an item directly, but you can return it and place a new order straight away. This way, we can ensure that your order reaches you as quickly as possible.
Yes, we do not cover the costs for returns. These must be borne by you.
You have 20 days to return your order.
Register your return using this link and then follow the instructions you see on the page or receive by email.
We apologise for this. Please contact customer service and we will find a solution.
TreeBottle, TreeBottle Glass, TreeMug, TreeSocks, TreeMask, TreeNeckwarmer, TreeTrunks and TreeBoxers cannot be returned for hygienic reasons. Treekinis only if they still meet the hygiene standard and the protective film is still present.
In addition, the TreePlanting Kits and Treeadventcalendar cannot be returned filled. Thank you for your understanding 😊
Your TreeShirt Circular is broken or worn out and you want to return it to the cycle? Great! Follow the instructions in our Take-Back System and receive a prepaid shipping label to return the shirt. Only TreeShirt Circular product is accepted through the take-back system and can be returned after the return deadline.
Warranty
You generally have a one-year guarantee on your items purchased through our online shop.
We are very sorry! Please contact customer service directly so that we can find a solution together.
Mistakes are human and can also happen in production. Please contact the customer service directly.
Payment & Refund
Yes, we treat your data and information with the utmost care and protect it from unauthorised access. You can find more detailed information in our privacy policy.
You can pay with TWINT, Paypal, Visa, Mastercard, instant payment, postcard, PostFinance e-finance or invoice by PowerPay.
Yes, up to an amount of CHF 950. It may be that this invoice type is blocked for you.
There can be different reasons for a rejection.
Here are a few examples:
- You are not yet of age.
- Your place of residence is not in Switzerland or the Principality of Liechtenstein.
- POWERPAY cannot find you at the address you gave.
- Your personal POWERPAY account limit available at this time is not sufficient.
- You are in arrears with POWERPAY, etc.
If you would like information about the rejection, please fill out the following online form. Processing takes two working days. For data protection reasons,no information can be provided by telephone.
POWERPAY is a Swiss payment processor specialising in invoicing. We choose our external partners with care and are convinced that you will be satisfied with PowerPay.
If you have selected purchase on account (POWERPAY) during the order process, you will receive an invoice from our partner by e-mail. The invoice will be sent to the e-mail address you entered when creating your account on the NIKIN website.
Thus, the reminder is not next to be observed by you and has crossed with your receipt of payment.
Returns can take up to one month to process. We will inform you as soon as your return has been processed.
We will send the refund to the account/payment method you used to pay for the order. Make sure you have registered your return here.
Your account
Simply go to our website nikin.ch and click on Account in the top right-hand corner. Now you can easily and quickly create an account or log in to an existing one. If you create a new account, make sure that you confirm the account. To do this, go to the mail inbox of the email address you used to create the account. You should have received a confirmation email from us shortly after creating your account. Open it and confirm your new account. This completes the process.
You have access to a faster ordering process and don't always have to enter your data again. You can also view old and new orders and monitor order status.
The TreePlanter Club is our loyalty programme. As a member, you can collect points with every purchase or with various promotions. You can then redeem them on your next purchase and save money! Want to join?
Register nowLog in to your account and click on "View address(es)" at the bottom. Now you can either add another address or edit an existing one.
Don't worry about it. Simply click on Account in the top right-hand corner and click on "Forgotten password" below the login. You will then receive an email with which you can choose a new password.
You can see this by clicking on Account in the top right-hand corner and logging in. Now you can see all your past orders.
Please contact our customer service to delete your account.
Gift Cards
Simply go to nikin.ch and click in the Search box at the top right. Enter Gift Card and select the item and then the value you want the Gift Card to have. Then proceed as you would for a traditional purchase at NIKIN. As we are a paper-free company, you will receive the gift card by mail.
to the gift cardsFirst add your items to the shopping cart. Then go to the shopping cart, accept the terms and conditions and click on "Complete order". Now you can enter your gift card code on the right side.
The gift card is valid indefinitely and has no expiry date.
As gift cards are considered a form of payment, we cannot exchange them.
Yes, the amount on your gift card is the same for us as any other means of payment, so one does not exclude the other.
Vouchers & Discounts
First add your items to the shopping cart. Then go to the shopping cart, accept the terms and conditions and click on "Complete order". Now you can enter your discount code on the right side.
No, you can only redeem one discount code at a time.
Either the discount code has expired or there is a spelling mistake. Please check your discount code again. If it still doesn't work, contact customer service before your keyboard is killed.
Products & Manufacture
Our products are mainly produced in Europe.
Not all materials are equally suitable for every product. That is why it always depends on the article and its use which fabrics and materials are used. Most of our products are made from organic cotton, cotton, recycled polyester, bamboo viscose, Polylana®, ECONYL® and SEAQUAL®. next Information about our sustainability strategy can be found here:
NIKIN PhilosophyFor each item in the shop, you will find a size guide in the product description. You can use this to make sure that the item fits you.
Click on the desired size and colour in the shop and enter "notify me when available". As soon as the item is available at available again , you will receive a message by e-mail.
With an engraving, you can give your TreeBottle Standard 500ml your own personal touch. This is possible in two font sizes and with a selection of special characters in addition to the German alphabet. We do not offer the colours navy and rose because the quality of the engraving does not meet our requirements.
Care tips & hints
Please follow the instructions that you find in the description of the items in the shop on nikin.ch and follow the washing label that is attached to the inside of your item.
This varies from product to product. Please refer to the washing label on the inside of your item.
The TreeBottle and TreeBottle Barrel are not dishwasher safe. The TreeBottle Glass, however, can be washed in the dishwasher without the lid.
We recommend washing the TreeShoes by hand with a wet rag if there are any stains on the shoe.
Plant trees
As former scouts, Nicholas and Robin, the founders of NIKIN, quickly realised that they wanted to give something back to nature and combine style with sustainable use. "Tree by tree, we are making the world a greener place. Find out more here.
About TreePlantingOur partner organisation One Tree Planted plants the trees for us. We participate in those projects that still need trees. NIKIN selects the projects itself and transfers the money at the end of each month. Find out more here.
About TreePlantingApart from the TreeGlasses Case Upcycled, TreePlanting Kit and TreeSticker Set, we plant one Tree for every product sold.
For this request you can go to our TreeTracker. Please enter the order number of your item in the tracker to find out for which project your Tree will be planted. Our partner for tree planting is One Tree Planted. Learn more about planting trees here.
About TreePlantingThe tree certificate confirms that you planted a Tree with your purchase. You can specify during the ordering process whether you want one or not. Of course, we will plant the Tree even if you do not want a certificate.
Sustainability
NIKIN aims to inspire environmentally conscious behaviour and make sustainable fashion accessible to the masses. In doing so, we make a compromise between sustainability and affordability, as we want to make sustainable fashion accessible to as many people as possible. We are aware that we also always have room for improvement. Therefore, our values are always also future goals.
All our products except the TreeBottle and the TreeBottle Barrel are manufactured in Europe. You can find an overview of the manufacturing countries here. We pay attention to the resources used, fair production and prefer organic quality and recycled materials whenever possible.
Not all materials are equally suitable for every product. That is why it always depends on the article and its use which fabrics and materials are used. Most of our products are made from organic cotton, cotton, recycled polyester, bamboo viscose, Polylana®, ECONYL® and SEAQUAL®. next Information about our sustainability strategy can be found here:
MaterialYes, we are GOTS certified. The abbreviation stands for the Global Organic textile Standard. The certification applies worldwide to the standards applied in the processing of textiles made from organically produced natural fibres. You can find out more here.
Trees are an integral part of our ecosystem and are incredibly important for clean air, safe drinking water and healthy soils. Protecting and planting trees and entire forests is thus a crucial contribution to sustainable life on this planet.
Partner & Stores
No, not yet. However, you can find partner shops near you here and at the bottom of our homepage you will find the dates for the next direct sales.
Very possible. Search here for partner shops near you.
You are welcome to fill out the form under this link.
Direct Sales are selective direct sales at our premises(Sägestrasse 42, entrance E2, 5600 Lenzburg). The next dates can be found here at the end of the homepage in the footer.