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I was also wondering if one should open the amazon box from the bottom for example instead of using the peforated thing

If It can be done without showing any signs of tampering with the end result, then yes, It's the way to go.

The opening point Is the first thing the Inwards goods department (or whoever Is handling the return) looks at, before processing the claim.

You've quoted me without a reply of your own.