I thought shipping the Our Place Splendor Skillet to Hong Kong would be a nightmare but I was wrong

Why I obsessed over the Splendor Skillet

Like many of you in the Hong Kong foodie scene, I’ve been keeping a close eye on us trends lately. The buzz around the Our Place Splendor Skillet is everywhere. If you haven't seen it yet, it’s basically the lighter, tougher cousin of the famous Always Pan. It handles much higher heat, which is perfect for my attempts at searing steaks in my tiny HK apartment kitchen.

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The problem? As of May 2026, Our Place still hasn't launched it locally. It’s a US-exclusive release. I spent weeks thinking it wasn't worth the effort to get it across the Pacific, assuming the box would be too bulky or the shipping would cost more than the pan itself. I was wrong, and I'm glad I did a bit more research into international shipping options.

Correcting the myth about Hong Kong import taxes

I hear this all the time in local forums: people are terrified that if they buy high-end kitchenware from the US, they’ll get hit with a massive import tax bill at the door. Let’s clear that up right now. Hong Kong is a free port. For the vast majority of consumer goods—including kitchenware like the Splendor Skillet—there is no import tax or GST/VAT to worry about. You can read more about customs tax rules to see how we have it much easier here than our friends in other regions.

So, the only real hurdle is the actual transit cost. Once I realized I wouldn't be paying extra fees to the government, I felt much better about looking for a reliable freight forwarder to handle the journey from the US warehouse to my doorstep in Kowloon.

My estimated shipping breakdown

Before I clicked 'buy,' I needed to know if the weight would kill the deal. Here is the data I used to estimate shipping cost before placing my order. Keep in mind these are estimates based on the standard Splendor Skillet packaging for 2026.

I highly recommend using the shipping calculator on your provider's site to see the difference between actual and volumetric weight. Since this pan is famously lightweight, the box might be light but large, so choosing a provider that offers weight consolidation or efficient repacking is a must.

How we actually get US-only items here

Since the Our Place website often prefers US-based credit cards or addresses, I used a tax-free us address provided by my freight forwarder. This allowed me to shop at the US store just like a local. I simply entered the warehouse address at checkout, and the skillet was delivered there within a few days.

If you find that the store won't accept your HK-issued credit card, you can always look into proxy shopping services. This is where the company buys the item for you and you pay them back. It’s a lifesaver for those stubborn US sites that block non-US billing addresses.

Making the most of your freight forwarder

I’ve found that buy from US ship to Hong Kong is surprisingly fast in 2026. After my Splendor Skillet arrived at the warehouse, it only took about 4 business days to reach me via DHL international shipping. I also had the option for FedEx international shipping, which is usually just as reliable for Hong Kong delivery.

Using a package forwarding service like comGateway made the process feel very similar to just ordering something off a local site. The tracking was precise, and I could see exactly when my skillet was flying over the ocean. If you’ve been holding back because you thought the logistics were too complicated, I’m here to tell you that it’s actually one of the easiest ways to upgrade your kitchen with gear that hasn't hit the local market yet.

Don't let the distance scare you. As long as you understand the volumetric weight of your package, shipping from the US to Hong Kong is one of the best ways to get your hands on the latest tech and home goods.