Shipping Thorne from the US — International Buyer's Guide
American premium clinical supplements, MD-recommended
Why Thorne from the US?
US prices 25-40% below international + Thorne direct subscription
Where to buy
Thorne.com US, Amazon US
Most popular Thorne supplements on Selectido
| Item | US retail | Sale price |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Nutrients 2/Day | $36 | sub $29 |
| Magnesium Bisglycinate | $27 | sub $22 |
| Vitamin D + K2 | $20 | sub $16 |
| Curcumin Phytosome | $65 | sub $52 |
| Whey Protein Isolate | $60 | sub $48 |
Prices reflect typical US retail and sale pricing. Verify on retailer site at time of purchase.
How Selectido handles Thorne orders
- You order at Thorne.com US using your free Selectido US address (Suite ID like SE-3YF8)
- Item arrives at our Minneapolis hub — we photograph and verify authenticity at intake
- We consolidate (if you ordered multiple items) and repack for international shipping
- You pick the carrier (DHL Express, FedEx, UPS, Aramex, USPS) and we ship
Pros & cons of buying Thorne via Selectido
What works
- US prices 25-60% below international retail
- Access to outlet stores + Macy's/Nordstrom sales
- Free 60-day storage means you can buy during sales and ship later
- Authenticity verification at our facility
Watch out for
- Customs duty on luxury goods varies wildly by country (5-60%)
- Fragrances classified as hazmat — some carriers restrict
- Some bag styles excluded from international shipping (carrier rules)
- Receita Federal (Brazil) frequently holds luxury imports
Country-by-country shipping notes
| Destination | Best carrier | Transit time | Customs note |
|---|---|---|---|
| UAE / Saudi Arabia | Aramex Premium | 4-6 days | 5% duty + 5% VAT |
| Brazil | DHL Express | 5-9 days | 60% duty + 17-25% ICMS (Receita Federal) |
| UK / EU | DHL or UPS | 3-5 days | VAT 19-25% + duty on fragrances |
| Japan | FedEx Priority | 3-5 days | 0-10% duty + 10% consumption tax |
| Mexico | FedEx or UPS | 3-5 days | $50 USD exempt, then duty + 16% IVA |
| India | DHL Express | 5-7 days | High duty: 40-60% on luxury goods |
| Philippines | FedEx or DHL | 5-7 days | $70 exempt, then 30% duty + 12% VAT |
| Korea | FedEx Priority | 3-5 days | $150 exempt, then 8% duty + 10% VAT |
Frequently asked
Why is Thorne cheaper in the US?
US prices 25-40% below international + Thorne direct subscription
How do I order Thorne to my country?
Get a free Selectido US address, order at any US retailer (Thorne.com US is the most common), and we forward it. Total time: usually 5-10 days door to door.
Will I pay customs duty on Thorne?
Yes — varies by country. EU: 19-25% VAT. UAE/Saudi: 5% + 5%. Brazil: 60% duty + 17-25% ICMS. India: 40-60%. Selectido pre-files customs paperwork to minimize delays.
Is the product authentic?
Yes — we only ship from authorized US retailers (Thorne.com US, Amazon US). Every package is photographed at intake so you can verify before international shipment authorization.
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