I used a freight forwarder to get Jellycat Sports plushies from the US to Singapore

February 08, 2026

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I used a freight forwarder to get Jellycat Sports plushies from the US to Singapore
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Why I ship Jellycat from the US to Singapore

I tried to find the Jellycat Amuseables Soccer Ball and Tennis Ball at local Singapore retailers last month, but everything was gone. The sports series has been selling out instantly across Asia throughout early 2026. I noticed that while local shelves are empty, major US retailers like Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus still have consistent stock of these sports-themed plushies.

I decided to stop waiting for local restocks and started using comGateway to source them directly from America. By using a freight forwarder, I can access the full inventory of US stores that usually do not offer direct international shipping to Singapore. It turned out to be the most straightforward way to complete my collection without dealing with resellers.

My shipping estimates for the Sports Series

To help you plan your purchase, I put together these estimates based on my recent orders. Since plushies are lightweight, you need to be careful about how they are packed to avoid high costs.

Item Box Weight (Approx.) Dimensions Battery Check
Amuseables Soccer Ball 0.5 kg (1.1 lbs) Small (approx. 20x20x20cm) None
Amuseables Tennis Ball 0.3 kg (0.6 lbs) Very Small None

Volumetric Warning: I should mention that while these plushies are light, the box size matters. If you buy the "Huge" version of any Jellycat, the carrier might charge you based on the box volume rather than the actual weight. I always use the shipping calculator to see if I should consolidate multiple items to save on costs.

The BuyForMe service handles the paperwork

One issue I ran into was that some US department stores are very picky. They often block international credit cards or automatically cancel orders if they see a forwarding address. This happened to me at a major US outlet while I was trying to buy the limited edition Jellycat Basketball.

I found that the easiest solution is BuyForMe service. This is essentially a proxy shopping service where the team at comGateway buys the item for me using a US-based payment method. I just provide the link, and they handle the transaction. It is the safest way to ensure my order actually goes through without getting flagged or cancelled by the store's security system.

Setting up my tax-free US address

When I shop from the US, I make sure to send my items to my tax-free us address in Oregon. This is a huge benefit of using a freight forwarder. In the US, most states charge a sales tax of 7% to 10%, but Oregon does not. This means I save about $5 to $10 on every Jellycat just by using the right warehouse address.

If you have questions about how the warehouse handles your packages, you can always check the FAQ section on their site. I found it helpful when I was curious about how long they could hold my items while I waited for other orders to arrive.

Singapore import tax rules in 2026

Since I am shipping to Singapore, I always keep the import tax in mind. As of 2026, the GST (Goods and Services Tax) applies to all goods imported into Singapore, including low-value items. I prefer to pay this through the comGateway platform during the checkout process so that my package doesn't get stuck at Singapore Customs. It makes the whole experience much faster, as the courier can deliver it straight to my door without me having to fill out additional forms or visit a post office.

By combining my items and using a reliable freight forwarder, I managed to get my Amuseables Sports collection delivered in under a week. It is much easier than hunting for stock in local malls that never seems to arrive.

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