Walgreens Infant Formula Return Policy [All You Need To Know]
Many parents buy widely available infant formula products only to find that their babies don’t like it or get sick from it.
Since Walgreens is a popular choice for infant formula products across the United States, you might be wondering: What is Walgreens’ return policy for infant formula? Here’s what I found!
Walgreens Infant Formula Return Policy
Walgreens accepts returns of unopened infant formula products within 30 days of purchase for a full refund if you have a receipt. Opened infant formula will be returned if it is defective. In all other cases, the store manager will decide whether to accept the return.
If you want to learn more about returning opened infant formula and whether you can return it without a receipt or after an acceptable period, read on!
Is it legal to return baby formula?
Yes, it is perfectly legal to return infant formula as there is no law against it.
Infant formula is classified as a food and is regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). However, FDA has no official law regarding people returning infant formula products.
So each store has its own policy on whether baby formula falls under the food or general category, and whether it accepts returns. Walgreens classifies infant formula as a “consumable.”
When can you return Walgreens infant formula?
You can return infant formula at Walgreens within 30 days of purchase. Please note that you must have the original receipt to receive a full refund using the payment method used to purchase the product.
Can you return Walgreens infant formula without a receipt?
If you do not have a receipt for your infant formula, you can still return the product to Walgreens as long as you return within 30 days.
Note that in this case, you will receive the minimum advertised price for the baby formula, not the full amount you paid. This will be returned to you in the form of store credit or a Walgreens gift card.
Can you return Walgreens opened infant formula?
Yes, you can return opened infant formula within 30 days as long as it is defective. Walgreens accepts returns if opened products are damaged or defective, including infant formula.
However, in all other cases, the store manager will decide whether to accept returns of infant formula. If accepted, you’ll get your refund via gift card and store credit.
Can you return infant formula by mail?
Yes, you can return infant formula by mail. To do this, you’ll need to go to the Walgreens returns page and provide your address, contact number, and reason for the return. You will be given a return label to print.
Following the directions on the label, affix the label to the infant formula package, insert the receipt, and drop off the product at your local United States Postal Service (USPS) office.
In the end, all you have to do is call Walgreens customer service and give them the tracking number.
Can you return Walgreens infant formula after 30 days?
No, Walgreens’ official policy is that you can only return products such as infant formula to Walgreens within 30 days of purchase.
However, Walgreens does leave it up to the discretion of its store managers. It is best to speak to the store manager about your situation and explain to them why you cannot return sooner (within 30 days).
For more information, see also my guides on Walgreens Price Match Policy, Walgreens Store Return Policy, and Walgreens Cash Back Policy.
in conclusion
Walgreens accepts returns on all infant formula products within 30 days of purchase, provided the products are unopened. If you bring the original receipt, you will be refunded to the payment method used for the purchase.
If the product has been opened, returns will only be accepted if it is defective. Otherwise, the store manager will make a decision on a case-by-case basis.
