Will I actually save money by shipping the US exclusive Jellycat Amuseable Sports Series to Belgium?

Why the Jellycat Amuseable Sports Series is currently my obsession

As a collector living in Belgium, I have always kept a close eye on us trends to see what items might be missing from our local shelves. Lately, my social feeds have been flooded with the Jellycat Amuseable Sports Series, specifically the Baseball and the American Football. While we have the soccer and tennis versions here, these specific American classics are strictly US exclusives for the 2026 season.

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I noticed these plushies became a sensation on TikTok earlier this year. Collectors in Singapore and Europe are scrambling to get them because they offer a unique aesthetic that isn't available in the Asian or European markets. I decided that my collection wouldn't be complete without that grumpy-faced American Football, but I had to figure out if the cost of getting it here made sense for my budget.

The US exclusivity problem and how I found a workaround

When I first tried to buy these directly, I realized most US retailers don't offer direct international shipping to Belgium, or if they do, the rates are astronomical. I started looking for a way to shop us store sites like Nordstrom or the official Jellycat US site without hitting a wall at checkout. That is when I remembered the benefits of using a freight forwarder.

By using comGateway, I was able to get a tax-free us address in Oregon. This meant I didn't have to pay US sales tax on my purchase, which already saved me about 7-10% right off the bat. It made the "smart shopper" part of my brain very happy.

The math behind my US purchase

I wanted to see if the price of the plushie plus shipping would still be cheaper than buying from a local reseller who marks up these exclusives by 200%. I used the shipping calculator to get a baseline. The retail price for the Amuseable Baseball is roughly $28 USD. Even with shipping, the total was significantly lower than the €85 prices I was seeing on secondary marketplaces in the EU.

Shipping Estimates for the Amuseable Sports Series

Before I clicked buy, I needed to know exactly what I was getting into regarding the package size. Here is the data I used for my calculation:

Box Weight: For both items together, I estimated a total box weight of approx 2 lbs (0.9 kg) once you include the shipping carton and protective filling.

Box Dimensions: These are small items, so a small box (roughly 10" x 8" x 6") is standard.

Volumetric Warning: I should mention that while these plushies are light, they are not flat. If a retailer puts a small plushie in a massive box filled with air pillows, you might be charged based on the box size rather than the weight. I always recommend using a service that offers repacking to keep the volume as low as possible.

Battery Check: These items are 100% polyester and plastic pellets; they do not contain lithium batteries or any electronic components. This makes them very easy to clear through the restricted goods protocols.

My experience with a US freight forwarder

The process of getting my Belgium delivery set up was surprisingly smooth. Once my Jellycats arrived at my US address, I received a notification. I checked the FAQ to see how long they could hold my package, just in case I wanted to buy more items to consolidate and save on shipping costs. We decided to ship them immediately to ensure they arrived before my summer travels.

Handling the arrival in Belgium

One thing I always tell my friends is to prepare for import tax. Since the UK is no longer in the EU and these are coming from the US, Belgium's GST/VAT rules apply. For a small order like this, the process is usually handled by the courier. You might also like to check our guide on customs tax if you are planning a much larger haul of collectibles.

I found that even with the added import duties, the total cost for these US exclusives was still 30% less than buying from local specialty import shops. Plus, I have the peace of mind knowing they are authentic directly from the source. My ship to Belgium experience was a success, and my 2026 sports collection is now the envy of my local collector group.