Why Is International Shipping Expensive?Updated 5 days ago
Customers outside the United States sometimes notice that international shipping costs are higher than expected. These costs vary widely depending on destination, carrier, distance, customs requirements, and other factors that are often outside of our control.
Why international shipping prices vary
Shipping rates are influenced by several elements:
• Destination country: Some regions have higher baseline carrier fees due to distance, infrastructure, or limited service options.
• Carrier pricing: International carriers set their own rates, which can differ significantly from domestic rates.
• Customs and import processes: Certain countries require additional handling, documentation, or clearance steps that increase the shipping cost.
• Package weight, size, and contents: Supplements may fall under specific categories that affect how carriers classify and charge for the shipment.
• Fuel surcharges and international logistics: These can fluctuate and are determined by carriers, not Codeage.
Because of these variables, international shipping costs are not standardized and can sometimes be higher than domestic shipping.
Why Codeage cannot always adjust these costs
Shipping fees for international orders are calculated directly by carriers and logistics partners. In most cases:
• We do not control or modify the price set by the carrier.
• We do not add additional charges beyond what the carrier requires.
• Rates can change based on global conditions, regulations, or fuel costs.
If the carrier sets a higher rate for your location, that price is reflected at checkout.
What you can do
If international shipping appears high:
• Try adjusting the quantity—sometimes ordering multiple items changes the cost-per-item.
• Check whether your country is fully supported or requires special handling.
• Contact our support team so we can review your location and confirm current options.
How to contact us
If you have questions about Codeage, any formula, or how to use our products, you can reach us through the live chat on the bottom-right corner of our website or by emailing [email protected].
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