I used a freight forwarder to get the Courant MAG:2 to Malaysia after my card was rejected

Why I fell for the Courant MAG:2 Essentials aesthetic

I have been looking for a way to tidy up my desk in Kuala Lumpur for months. While scrolling through us trends and looking at minimalist setups, I kept seeing the Courant MAG:2 Essentials Magnetic Dual Charger. It is a sculptural piece of tech, wrapped in Belgian linen, that charges both an iPhone and AirPods simultaneously. It is exactly the kind of 'lifestyle' import that is popular right now, but finding it locally in Malaysia for a reasonable price in 2026 is almost impossible.

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I noticed that the official Courant site and US Amazon often have significant discounts. Even with the cost of international shipping, it worked out much cheaper than buying from a local reseller who marks up the price by 40%.

The payment barrier that almost ruined my desk setup

I tried to shop us store sites directly, but I ran into a 'Hidden Barrier' that many of us in Malaysia face. Even though I have a perfectly valid credit card, many high-end US brands like Courant, Nike, or Apple often block international credit cards. My order was cancelled twice because the billing address didn't match the US shipping address of my freight forwarder.

This is a common frustration when you are trying to get the latest tech. Many US retailers are very strict about their fraud prevention filters, which unfortunately ends up flagging legitimate international buyers like us.

How I used proxy shopping to bypass store blocks

When my direct purchase failed, I decided to use the comGateway 'BuyForMe' service. This is a form of proxy shopping where the team at comGateway actually buys the item on your behalf using a US domestic credit card.

I found that this is the safest way to guarantee an order doesn't get cancelled. I simply provided the link to the Courant MAG:2, paid comGateway, and they handled the rest. Since they use a US card and a tax-free us address in Oregon, the store processed the order without any issues. It saved me a lot of stress and multiple 'Order Cancelled' emails.

Shipping estimates for the MAG:2 to Malaysia

If you are planning to get one of these chargers, you need to factor in the weight and size to estimate shipping cost accurately. Here is what I found based on my 2026 shipment:

I always recommend using a parcel forwarding service that offers consolidation. If you buy a few other small items, you can forward packages together to save on the base shipping fee.

Navigating Malaysia import tax and shipping rules

When the package arrives in Malaysia, you have to consider the import tax. As of 2026, Malaysia applies a 10% Sales and Service Tax (SST) on Low Value Goods (LVG) imported from overseas that are priced below RM500.

If your Courant charger plus shipping exceeds this amount, you might be subject to different customs tax tiers. I found that comGateway’s international shipping rates are transparent, but you should always keep an eye on the total value to avoid surprises at the border. Since this isn't on the list of restricted goods, it cleared customs very quickly for me.

I chose DHL international shipping for the final leg to my house in Selangor because of their reliable tracking. You could also choose FedEx international shipping if you prefer their local delivery network. Either way, using a freight forwarder made the whole process of getting this 'ungettable' US tech accessory feel like a breeze.