Real Shipping Costs.
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Weight vs Volume

Carriers charge by volumetric weight if size exceeds weight significantly. A 50×50×50cm item may be charged in kilograms even at 50g.

Ticket/Processing Fee

Every shipment has a fixed base fee ($3-15) regardless of weight. This covers customs docs, handling, and processing at origin.

Route Matters

US and EU have the most competitive rates due to high volume. Remote destinations add surcharges. USA includes tariffs, EU needs IOSS (~$0.40/pkg).

Fixed Fee Per Order

Some agents add a flat fee ($1-5) to every shipment. This covers processing, picking, and packing costs. Transparent and easy to calculate.

Percentage Markup

Others mark up shipping costs by 10-30%. This can be expensive on heavy items. Always ask for the base rate they're paying.

Hidden Markups

Some agents inflate rates significantly and hope you don't check. They might quote $25 when the real cost is $12. Use our calculator to verify.

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