Why are the shipping costs so exorbitant?

I’m confused about the high shipping fees. I only purchased one pair of sneakers while the rest were apparel. In addition, I noticed that there are only three available shipping carriers to choose from. Could someone please help clarify why the shipping charges are so steep despite the limited quantity of items? I would appreciate any insights or guidance on how to possibly reduce these costs.

Hey everyone, I’ve been puzzled by these high shipping costs too. It might not just be about the number of items bought but more to do with the logistics involved—especially when certain items, like sneakers, require extra packaging or careful handling, and there could be fuel surcharges or even carrier-specific fees at play. I wonder if limited competition among carriers in the region also contributes to these steep fees? Has anyone tried reaching out directly to the sellers for a detailed breakdown on how the cost is calculated? I’m curious what factors you guys think may be influencing these charges more. What has been your experience with similar orders, and did you ever manage to negotiate or find ways to lower those costs? Looking forward to hearing your insights!

The high shipping fees seem to reflect not just the number of items, but also additional handling and packaging requirements for certain products like sneakers. From my experience, even small orders can carry extra surcharges if the shipping method demands extra care or if the carrier operates under tight margins in certain regions. I once encountered a situation where splitting shipments across multiple carriers increased overall costs due to minimum device fees. It appears that the combination of logistics, carrier fees, and the costs associated with ensuring product safety are driving these charges higher.