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[ia] Company Accidentally Shipped Me Thousands Of Dollars In Merchandise. How Long Am I Legally Required To Store It?

I recently placed an online order and received everything I purchased. However, the company also shipped me two additional boxes containing thousands of dollars worth of custom-made merchandise intended for another customer.

Both of the additional boxes were addressed to me and shipped via UPS, but the packing list identifies both my order as well as another customer’s. I contacted the company to notify them of the mistake and ask how they wanted to handle it, but I haven’t received a response.

The boxes are quite large and are taking up a considerable amount of space in my apartment. I have no use for the merchandise and don’t particularly want to keep it.

My main concern is my legal responsibility for the merchandise. Am I required to store it and safeguard it indefinitely? Could I be held liable if it becomes damaged or goes missing while in my possession? At what point, if any, can I legally dispose of it if the company doesn’t respond?

I’ve read Iowa Code 556A.1 regarding unsolicited merchandise, but I’m unsure whether it applies to an accidental shipment intended for another customer.

I’m willing to make the boxes available for a prepaid pickup, but I’m not willing to incur expenses, transport them myself, or miss work to correct the company’s mistake.

What are my actual legal obligations in this situation, and what steps can I take to protect myself from liability?

Location: Iowa

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