Legal notice

LEGAL NOTICE, TERMS OF USE & DISCLAIMER

Last Updated: August 2026

Welcome to UMAMI BOOM (the "Website" / "Platform"), owned and operated by Nikhil Bhardwaj trading as a Sole Proprietorship ("Business", "we", "us", or "our").

By accessing, browsing, or purchasing products from umamiboom.in, you ("User", "Customer", or "You") agree to be bound by the following Legal Notice, Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy. Please read them carefully before using our services.

1. BUSINESS INFORMATION & COMPLIANCE

  • Proprietor Name: Nikhil Bhardwaj

  • Business Structure: Sole Proprietorship

  • Brand Name: UMAMI BOOM

  • Registered Address: Gurgaon / Delhi NCR, Haryana, India

  • Official Email: bhardwajnikhl13@gmail.com

  • Customer Care / Mobile: +91 7827350841

This Legal Notice is an electronic record generated under the Information Technology Act, 2000 and rules thereunder, as applicable, and the amended provisions pertaining to electronic records in various statutes as amended by the Information Technology Act, 2000. This document does not require any physical or digital signatures.

2. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS (IPR)

All content available on this Platform—including but not limited to brand names (UMAMI BOOM®), logos, graphics, label artwork, packaging designs, trade dress, product photography, text, slogans ("Chili-Lime Fruit Hack", "Bhoot Jolokia Protein Hack"), video prompts, and software—is the exclusive property of Nikhil Bhardwaj and is protected under the Trademarks Act, 1999, Copyright Act, 1957, and international intellectual property laws.

  • Trademark Notice: "UMAMI BOOM" is a trademark operated by Nikhil Bhardwaj under Class 30 (Spices, Seasonings, Condiments). Unauthorized use, imitation, or reproduction of our trademark, packaging, or brand assets for commercial purposes without prior written consent is strictly prohibited and subject to legal action.

  • Limited License: You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access the website for personal, non-commercial shopping purposes only.

3. PRODUCT & ALLERGY DISCLAIMERS

  1. Food Safety & FSSAI: All UMAMI BOOM products are manufactured, packed, and distributed in compliance with FSSAI guidelines.

  2. Allergen & Heat Notice: Our seasoning blends contain active chili powders, spice extracts, salt, and natural/nature-identical flavorings. Products containing ingredients like Bhoot Jolokia (Ghost Pepper) possess high levels of capsaicin and extreme heat. Consumers with severe spice sensitivities, gastrointestinal conditions, or specific food allergies should read the ingredient list carefully on the bottle label prior to consumption.

  3. Visual Representation: While we endeavor to display product colors and packaging (including neon labels and dust textures) as accurately as possible, actual product packaging colors may slightly vary due to monitor settings and photographic lighting.

4. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable Indian law:

  • The Proprietor, business employees, or representatives shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from the misuse, excessive consumption, or improper handling of our products.

  • We do not guarantee that website functions will be uninterrupted, error-free, or completely free of viruses or other harmful components.

  • Our total cumulative liability to you for any claim arising out of or relating to your purchase or use of products shall not exceed the actual purchase price paid by you for the specific item in question.

5. USER CONDUCT & PROHIBITED USES

You agree not to use the Platform:

  • For any unlawful purpose or in violation of local, state, or national laws.

  • To attempt to reverse-engineer, scrape, copy, or duplicate our proprietary spice formulations, branding assets, or website code.

  • To post false, defamatory, or malicious reviews or statements that misrepresent our products or brand reputation.

  • To engage in fraudulent transactions or place false Cash on Delivery (COD) orders.

6. PRICING, ORDERS & CANCELLATION

  • Pricing: All prices listed on the website are in Indian Rupees (INR) and are inclusive of applicable Goods and Services Tax (GST), unless stated otherwise.

  • Right to Refuse: We reserve the right to cancel or refuse any order at our sole discretion due to pricing errors, inventory stock-outs, unserviceable pin codes, or suspected fraudulent activity. If a prepaid order is canceled by us, a full refund will be processed to the original payment method within 5–7 business days.

7. GOVERNING LAW & JURISDICTION

This Legal Notice, Terms of Use, and any disputes or claims arising out of or in connection with your use of the website or purchase of UMAMI BOOM products shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India.

Any legal proceedings, disputes, or suits arising hereunder shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located at Gurgaon / New Delhi, India.

8. GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL OFFICER

In accordance with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020, the contact details of the Grievance Officer are provided below:

  • Name: Nikhil Bhardwaj

  • Designation: Proprietor & Grievance Redressal Officer

  • Business Name: UMAMI BOOM

  • Email: bhardwajnikhl13@gmail.com

  • Mobile: +91 7827350841

  • Address: Gurgaon / Delhi NCR, Haryana, India

  • Response Time: Acknowledgment within 48 hours; resolution within 1 month as mandated by law.