Q: I don’t have my item’s tracking number, what should I do?

If you didn’t receive a tracking number, simply contact the merchant you purchased from. They’ll be able to provide the tracking details once your order has shipped. 📦 Having a tracking number helps us process your package faster when it arrives at your U.S. address.

Q: How is OneBox different from consolidation?

Good question. Here’s the key difference: Consolidation means shipping multiple packages together under one tracking number. You save by paying the base charge only once , but each package keeps its original packaging. OneBox goes a step further: we remove and reduce the packaging to lower your volumetric weight , often saving you even more. Think of consolidation as “bundling,” and OneBox as “rebuilding a smarter shipment.”

Question 1

I don’t have my item’s tracking number, what should I do?

Accepted Answer

If you didn’t receive a tracking number, simply contact the merchant you purchased from. They’ll be able to provide the tracking details once your order has shipped.

📦 Having a tracking number helps us process your package faster when it arrives at your U.S. address.

Question 2

What is Elevated Risk Surcharge?

Accepted Answer

Elevated Risk surcharge of $30 is applied when shipping to or importing from a destination country, DHL is operating at elevated risk due to continuous state of war, civil unrest, or continuous threats from terrorism.

Countries affected (subject to change):

Afghanistan, Bahrain, Burkina Faso, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Haiti, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Mali, Oman, Qatar, Somalia Mogadishu, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Syria, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, Venezuela and Yemen.

Question 3

China Export Restrictions

Accepted Answer

Shipping from your China Address

1. Value of the commodities

According to China export regulations, all personal shipments exported from Mainland China have to meet the following requirements:

Maximum Invoice Value	Ship to Hong Kong, Macau And Taiwan	Ship to Other Countries
For Undividable Single Item	No Value Limit	No Value Limit
For Multiple Items	RMB 800	RMB 1,000

2. Destination Duties and Taxes

User acknowledges and agrees that the services do not include customs or taxes (except where clearly stated) and that we are not a customs agent or broker.

We are solely responsible for the export and import of its packages and shipments.

The user is solely responsible for the payment of any and all customs, duties, tariffs, taxes, or other charges or fees of any nature relating to the shipment.

3. Unacceptable Shipment

User agrees that Products will be deemed unacceptable for Shipment if It is classified as hazardous material, dangerous goods, prohibited or restricted articles by IATA (International Air Transport Association), ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization), any applicable government department or other relevant organization e.g. China Export Controls

Restricted Good List:

All kinds of Alcohol-based or Flammable products (e.g. Hair Tonic, Hair Spray, perfumes, cologne, toners, sanitizers, etc)
Any external battery or power bank for smartphones or tablets devices
Any type of standalone batteries
Wireless earbuds - Wireless earbuds case contains LI Batt
Item with battery
Food
Health Supplement
All kind of liquids (lotion, cream, toothpaste, contact lens with liquid, etc)
Flammable items such as paint, perfume, nail polish Essential oils, diffuser oils, fragrance oil and perfume oil
Any unidentifiable material, substance or chemical.
Tobacco products
Petroleum products
Articles, publications of a pornographic or obscene nature
Alcohol products and beverages

• Please refer to FAQ for full list of items

Question 4

How is OneBox different from consolidation?

Accepted Answer

Good question. Here’s the key difference:

Consolidation means shipping multiple packages together under one tracking number. You save by paying the base charge only once, but each package keeps its original packaging.

OneBox goes a step further: we remove and reduce the packaging to lower your volumetric weight, often saving you even more.

Think of consolidation as “bundling,” and OneBox as “rebuilding a smarter shipment.”

Question 5

Can I return a package that I have already received? And do an international return?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can return eligible items, whether you:

Purchased directly from a U.S. merchant, or

Ordered through our BuyForMe service

You can return items from your U.S. Address or from your home country, depending on the situation.

If your package is still at your U.S. Address, we can help you return it directly to the merchant from there—no need to ship it home to yourself first. Learn more here:

❌ Some items (like liquids, perishables, or restricted goods) may not be eligible for international returns. We’ll confirm this during the return request process.

If You Bought Directly from the Merchant

1.Check the merchant’s return policy

Before starting a return, check:

Is the item returnable?

How refunds are issued—store credit or original payment?

Is there a returns window (typically 15–60 days)?

Note: International shipping back to the merchant can take 7–10 business days.

2.Get the necessary documents from the merchant

A commercial invoice

A return label

An RMA number (return authorization), if required

⚠️ For some returns, the merchant won’t offer a prepaid label. That means you will be responsible for any domestic U.S. shipping costs in addition to the international return fee.

3.Email us

Let us know which item(s) you want to return. We’ll:

Review the merchant’s return policy

Send you a quote for international return shipping

Include a returns admin fee in the quote

4.Choose your return method: 2 options

Option A: Use comGateway’s courier:

We’ll arrange pickup from your location

Pay the quoted amount in your My Account > Payment Requests

You’ll need to print and attach the return label, commercial invoice, and any RMA provided

The delivery agent will provide a courier consignment note and tracking number

Option B: Use your own courier:

You’re free to manage the return on your own

Please inform us if you proceed independently

5.Refunds

After the merchant receives your item:

They will issue a refund based on their policy

comGateway does not manage refunds for direct purchases—you’ll need to liaise with the merchant directly.

If You Used BuyForMe for the order

1. Contact us

Email us with the item(s) you’d like to return. We’ll:

Review the merchant’s return terms

Send a quote for return shipping and the admin fee

2. Confirm your return

If you wish to proceed, we’ll send you:

A return label

A commercial invoice

An RMA number, if applicable

You’ll need to print and affix these documents to your package.

3. Pickup + Tracking

comGateway will arrange for the courier to pick up the return

The delivery agent will provide:
- A consignment note
- A tracking number

4.Refund processing

Once the merchant refunds us, we’ll transfer your refund to your original payment method

This will happen within 7 days, minus any applicable charges

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