Originally Posted by
Notwendy
Is the price difference due to economies of scale? Or tax differences? I just can't see why an item (often of Chinese origin despite country of company incorporation) is so much higher outside the US. Maybe I should finance my trips abroad with bundles of fabric. : )
I am trying to figure that out, as well. I'm thinking that maybe the sellers aren't paying the cheapest prices to the wholesalers as the Americans are. ????
Taxes are definitely higher, but not that much!