#88

I have ordered from India numerous times. The only time I had a shipment seized was from Jagdish. That was probably my fault for placing a too-large order, resulting in a large package.

Out of caution, I have since kept my orders smaller, even though that is a little more costly.
I have placed three orders with Maulik since January of this year. I received the latest order on May 31.

My experience with Maulik is that he responds more quickly, and all orders are delivered from start to finish within three weeks.

My take is that larger packages are more likely to be flagged. Large packages may be even more likely to be flagged under the new tariff rules.

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#89

Agreed. That’s why I divided it into two orders. The one received though is half the value of the retained order. At least I got the one package. I doubt I will take any more chances with ordering from India.

#90

I have a different attitude. Even if two out of three orders are seized, I am still way ahead on savings for the drugs I order from India. Most of the drugs I order from India are pennies on the dollar compared to US prices, and I don’t have to deal with doctors online or not to get prescriptions.

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#91

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That’s a very good point. I suppose we have to accept some risk of loss. I am just concerned with this administration it will 3 out of 3 times lost.

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#92

I think it is random, I’d try to vary the recipient name and if it is a large order divide it into multiple packages. I don’t think the current administration is willing to hire enough people to increase the frequency of seizure, at least not on packages from India.

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#93

Has anyone paid tariffs on overseas packages during this period? I ordered several medical supplies from Canada last month and didn’t get a tariff bill.

#94

I got two different packages from India, one just this week and no duty/tarrifs.

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#95

Finally decided to take the plunge to order some medication from Indian suppliers.

Who are the best for the recent orders? Thanks

#96

Directional good steps for us?

https://www.hhs.gov/press-room/cms-mfn-lower-us-drug-prices.html

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#97

Isn’t it possible that there can be civil penalties if you become a repeat offender of customs?

#98

Only if large sums are involved; otherwise, the cost-benefit ratio of prosecution to cost would be ridiculous. Just as the DEA isn’t focused on the average street user, neither is customs focused on small individual importers.

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#99

I hope you are right for your sake. I’m reluctant to order from India again especially knowing my name and address are on a database.

#100

Does anyone order to PO boxes instead?

#101

Why? I have had one order seized in over three years.
If you are a nervous Nellie, perhaps this isn’t the place for you.

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#102

My interest is in maximizing health and longevity, and this place is for me. Your reply is unnecessarily derogatory.

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#103

He is a bit of a carmudgeon, but you’ll (mostly, eventually) get used to it :grin:

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#104

Though, curmudgeon, not carmudgeon, is more appropriate for an old codger like me.
And, no, I don’t like sheep. I like the adventurous. :stuck_out_tongue_winking_eye:

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#105

“I hope you are right for your sake.”

Then don’t be so condescending.

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#106

Not for the amounts that people typically order for their own use. Customs just sends you a letter and then destroys it.

See details here: Importing Rapamycin to Save Money (2)

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#107

Thanks. That’s good to know.

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