Legal notice

LEGAL NOTICE & TERMS OF USE

Effective Date: June 7, 2026

Owned and Operated by: CARAT Philippines by Ynna Asistio - Carbonell

Welcome to the CARAT Philippines website. By accessing, browsing, or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by the terms, conditions, and notices contained herein. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this website.

1. Intellectual Property Rights

All content, design, graphics, logos, images (including digital jewelry renderings, reports, and identification cards), text, and trademarks displayed on this website are the intellectual property of CARAT Philippines or its licensors.

Unauthorized use, reproduction, distribution, or modification of any material on this website without prior written consent from CARAT Philippines is strictly prohibited.
The name "CARAT Philippines" and its associated logos may not be used in connection with any product or service that is not explicitly authorized by us.

2. Scope of Services & Limitation of Liability

CARAT Philippines provides jewelry certification, evaluation, market valuation, and jewelry identification card (ID) services.

Nature of Grading and Appraisal: Jewelry grading, evaluation, and valuation are subjective processes combining scientific testing and expert opinion. A report or ID card reflects the characteristics of the item at the time of examination based on the standards utilized by CARAT Philippines. It does not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or appraisal of absolute value.
Market Fluctuations: Values stated in any "Jewelry Grading and Evaluation Report" or "Jewelry ID Card" represent an estimated market or replacement value as of the specific date mentioned on the document. CARAT Philippines is not liable for changes in value due to subsequent market fluctuations, currency changes, or economic shifts.
Limitation: To the maximum extent permitted by law, CARAT Philippines, its owners, gemologists, and affiliates shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the use of, or reliance upon, the information provided on this website or within our official grading reports.

3. Accuracy of Website Information

While we strive to ensure that all information regarding our services, pricing, and jewelry details on this website is accurate and up to date, typographical errors, inaccuracies, or omissions may occur. CARAT Philippines reserves the right to correct any errors and to change or update information at any time without prior notice.

4. Client Submissions & Data Privacy

Any personal information submitted to CARAT Philippines via online forms, direct messages, or emails will be handled in accordance with the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173).

By submitting jewelry for certification or evaluation, you warrant that you are the legal owner of the item or an authorized representative of the owner, and that the item is free from any legal disputes or illegal origins.

5. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to social media platforms (such as Facebook and Instagram) or third-party websites. CARAT Philippines does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party platforms.

6. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

This Legal Notice and all matters relating to your access to, or use of, this website shall be governed by, construed, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the Republic of the Philippines. Any legal action or proceeding relating to your access to or use of this website shall be instituted exclusively in the competent courts of the Philippines.