[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Customer's Name] [Customer's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Subject: Refusal to Accept Late Return of Merchandise Dear [Customer's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to address your recent request to return merchandise to our store past the designated return period. Regrettably, we are unable to accommodate your late return, as explained in our store's return policy. As a valued customer, we understand your interest in availing yourself of the most convenient return options. However, according to our policy, all merchandise must be returned within [number of days] days from the date of purchase to be eligible for a refund or exchange. This policy is in place to ensure fairness and efficiency for all our customers. After carefully reviewing your case, I must inform you that we cannot make an exception due to the following reasons: 1. Time Limit: Our return policy clearly states that merchandise must be returned within the specified timeframe. This timeframe allows us to maintain accurate inventory records and ensures that returned items are in a resealable condition. 2. Consistency: Applying exceptions to our return policy would undermine the fairness and consistency we promise to all our customers. Treating each case individually would jeopardize the integrity of our store's policies. 3. Customer Satisfaction: We strive to provide the best possible service to all our customers. By adhering to our return policy, we ensure that customers are aware of the terms and conditions before making a purchase, avoiding any inconveniences or misunderstandings in the future. Please note that the specifics of our return policy can be found on the receipt you received upon purchase and on our store's website [website URL]. We kindly request you to review these guidelines to further understand our policies in this matter. While we are unable to process your late return, we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you. We value your satisfaction and remain committed to offering exceptional customer service in all other aspects of your shopping experience. Should you have any additional concerns or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact our customer support team at [customer support contact information]. They will be more than willing to assist you in any way possible. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We appreciate your continued patronage with our store and look forward to serving you again in the future. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title/Position] [Company/Organization Name]