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  • akilah
    akilah Posts: 3 Newbie
    edited 10 July 2009 at 10:38PM
    :beer:hi guys i thought this conversation will be usefull as some are unaware of what to do.this is a convo that took place on 10 of july with a free chat line personnel from hope this helps.
    Romy: Hi, are you here to place an order?
    akilah: ive just brought the acai burn but the shipping fee was $14.95 i was told it would be $4.95
    Romy: Could you please provide me your email address and phone number, you used to order our product. So that, I can pull up your details?

    Romy: Please wait for few moments, while I locate your transaction.
    Romy: I would like to inform you that we ship international shipments via best shipping method. In order to secure your shipment and our authentic Acai Burn, we charge an extra $9.95 for international orders. I hope you can understand.
    akilah: can i cancel this?
    akilah: i was not told about this in any of the pages i went through
    akilah: i want my money back
    Romy: You can cancel your further shipments.
    Romy: Please review the Terms and Conditions which you had indicated that you had read and agreed to before placing your order:
    Romy: I apologize, but everything is clearly stated in our terms & conditions.
    Romy: We are unable to process that request via live chat because of your privacy and security reasons.
    Romy: You can call our member support staff at our toll-free number for all return information: 866-989-8945. They are available 6 AM - 7 PM (MST), Weekdays only.
    akilah: when do i get the acai burn
    Romy: Orders placed in the United States will ship immediately and arrive in only 4-7 business days. International orders may take 1-3 weeks, depending how far the package has to go.
    akilah: how long will i have to cancel furthur shipments?
    akilah: i dont want anymore after this
    Romy: You can cancel your further shipments at any time.
    akilah: in the acai burn bottle is is tablets that i take with water?
    Romy: Yes, you are right.
    akilah: what will i get with the bottle
    Romy: We are offering Acai Burn System to the customer, in which you'll get:
    Romy: 1. Amazing Acai Burn Capsules.
    Romy: 2. 12 Weeks Weight loss success Guide Book and 49 weight loss tips booklet.
    Romy: 3. Absolutely free 14 Weeks e-mail coaching program, which costs $39.
    Romy: 4. Insider Secrets Expert Tips Package.
    Romy: 5. Comprehensive Weight Loss eBook Package
    akilah: Absolutely free 14 Weeks e-mail coaching program, which costs $39
    akilah: i dont have to pay that right?
    Romy: Yes you are right.
    akilah: how many capsules in one bottle
    Romy: A Bottle serves you with a set of 60 pills, which lasts for 30 days.
    akilah: can i cancle futher shipments now?
    Romy: Yes you can cancel.
    akilah: can you cancel that for me then
    Romy: Yes i can.
    akilah: have you done it?
    Romy: Would you like to cancel?
    akilah: yes please
    akilah: i would still like my free trail one though
    Romy: You have been removed from the auto ship program and you will not be receiving any further shipments. As per the Terms and Conditions you agreed to before placing your order, your card will be charged the discounted rate of $58.76 for the first shipment of the amazing acai burn product after the completion of the trial period.
    Romy: Your cancellation # is
    akilah: i thought you said i wont be charged
    Romy: Your card will be charged the discounted rate of $58.76 for the first shipment of the amazing acai burn product after the completion of the trial period.
    akilah: why will it be charged?
    Romy: It’s a full month supply with a 14 day trial period. If you choose not to return your package before the end of the trial period, you will be charged just $58.76 (a 25% savings) for the package.
    akilah: and if i do return it i wont be charged?
    Romy: You will not be charged the $58.76 for the trial if we receive the package back before the 14 days trial period is over.
    akilah: whats the return address?
    Romy: We are unable to process that request via live chat because of your privacy and security reasons.
    Romy: You can call our member support staff at our toll-free number for all return information: 866-989-8945. They are available 6 AM - 7 PM (MST), Weekdays only.
    akilah: in what condition would you like the bottle back
    Romy: You can send the remaining pills back.
    akilah: what if it was an empty bottle?
    Romy: You can send the empty bottle for the proof of purchase.
    akilah: money back garantee?
    Romy: kindly call our support staff they will assist you better regarding this query.
    akilah: so to clarify i send the bottle back within 14 days and i wont be charged a penny?
    Romy: As i told you You will not be charged the $58.76 for the trial if we receive the package back before the 14 days trial period is over.
    akilah: any other charges i need to be aware of?
    Romy: When you subscribed to our services, you were automatically enrolled with Insider Secrets and Comprehensive. And, you have to cancel their services as well, if you won't wish to be charged.
    Romy: For Insider Secrets, can you please call at 0-808-120-2346. They will assist you much better in this regard. (6 AM - 7 PM MST). cancelation number
    Romy: For Comprehensive Weight Loss E-book, can you please call at 0-800-047-0192. They will assist you much better in this regard (6 AM - 7 PM MST). cancelation number
    akilah: i was then f0orced to enroll with this i did not choose to
    Romy: Ok.
    akilah: looking at the reciept i was not charged for this
    akilah: heloo?
    Romy: Just a moment please.
    akilah: your not a really good service if your ignoring me?
    Romy: You will be charged $58.76 after the 14 days trial.
    akilah: ohryt
    akilah: thanks
    Romy: I hope I was of assistance to you. Is there anything else I can help you with today?
    akilah: nope
    Romy: Thank you very much for chatting with us today. We hope the rest of your day is an excellent one.
    Romy: Please feel free to come back, for any further assistance.
     
    return address

    acaiburn
    btb mailflight ltd
    unit 2b
    viking industrial est
    hudson rd
    bedford
    mk410qb
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  • bitsandpieces
    bitsandpieces Posts: 1,736 Forumite
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    The return address is in the UK? If you've ordered from them and feel hard done by, I'd suggest people contact Bedford Trading Standards http://www.google.co.uk/search?q=bedford+trading+standards&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&aq=t&rls=org.mozilla:en-GB:official&client=firefox-a
  • what would they do?
  • bitsandpieces
    bitsandpieces Posts: 1,736 Forumite
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    If the company have breached UK law, they can take action against them. They can also help with any complaints.
  • dealer_wins
    dealer_wins Posts: 7,334 Forumite
    I would immediately report your card stolen, to be sure these thieving fukkers dont get a penny, and do a charge back with your bank for any amount you have been debited with.
  • Manchester Trading Standards Service
    1 Hammerstone Road
    Gorton
    Manchester
    M18 8EQ
    Tel: 0161 234 1555 (8.45am to 5pm)
    Fax: 0161 957 8379
    Email: [EMAIL="trading_standards@manchester.gov.uk"]trading_standards@manchester.gov.uk[/EMAIL]
  • BTB Mailflight is just a mailing and fulfilment service:
    http://www.btbmf.co.uk/

    Their real UK address is a house in County Durham:
    Gillmap Limited d/b/a AcaiBurn, with its principal offices located at 9 Broom Hill Stanley County Durham DH9 8AZ UK
    http://www.google.co.uk/search?hl=en&q=%22Gillmap+Limited+d%2Fb%2Fa+AcaiBurn%22&btnG=Search&meta=

    The US BBB (Better Business Bureau) is telling people to report the company to the FBI due to the number of complaints! www.ic3.gov

    You can also file a complaint at www.FTC.gov (even if you live in the UK) or use www.econsumer.gov
    "The happiest of people don't necessarily have the
    best of everything; they just make the best
    of everything that comes along their way."
    -- Author Unknown --
  • MothballsWallet
    MothballsWallet Posts: 15,875 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper Photogenic
    If these peeps are in the US, why not hit 'em with a Better Business Bureau (BBB) complaint, which you can do through the BBB website. You'll need to find the BBB office closest to the company's address first, but you can submit it online.

    If enough of those affected by this "company" do it, the BBB will have to take action, and hopefully pass it to the FTC for further actions at a federal level.
  • aamani
    aamani Posts: 2 Newbie
    for those unfortunate to have been 'had' with this blasted thing.

    Australia – Toll-free 1-800-335-305
    United Kingdom – Toll-free 0-800-680-0623

    I just called to cancel and received email confirfmation, however, seeing as I will not receive the package before my 14 day trial is over, I will be charged £60!!!! even though I cancelled my card.

    Go to Holland & Barrett - it's surely less hassle ;0)
  • moonsugar
    moonsugar Posts: 294 Forumite
    geri1965 wrote: »
    Are there any controlled studies to back up these claims?

    Of course there aren't.

    The way to lose weight is to eat less and exercise more. The way to stay healthy is to exercise and have a good diet. There isn't anything you can buy in a bottle which will help you achieve either; and if there was, it'd be much bigger news than something sent via a spam e-mail or a claim on a dodgy blog.

    I'm not saying anyone is stupid for falling for things like this, Just bear it in mind please people :)
    This thing we call failure is not falling down but staying down :beer:
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