iHerb Delivery to Germany: Shipping Costs, VAT & Customs

iHerb Shipping to Germany

Everything you need to know about delivery options, customs, rules, taxes, and tips for a smooth iHerb shopping experience in Germany.

📋 Quick Shipping Facts

Carrier	GLS / Hermes
Shipping method	Global Air
Free shipping	Orders over €40
Standard shipping	€4 under €40
VAT	Included
Customs fees	Usually prepaid
Shipping origin	USA warehouses

Delivery

Fast and reliable Global Air delivery from iHerb’s USA warehouses.

VAT & Customs

VAT is included and prepaid through the IOSS system. No extra charges in most cases.

Carriers

Your order may be delivered by GLS or Hermes, depending on availability.

iHerb Delivery Options to Germany

iHerb currently offers Global Air shipping for customers in Germany. Orders are shipped directly from iHerb’s temperature-controlled warehouses in the USA using trusted international carriers.

Free shipping on orders over €40

€4 shipping fee for orders below €40

Some carrier or product restrictions may apply.

Shipping options and estimated delivery times are displayed during checkout based on your order details.

Shipping Cost

FREE

Orders over €40

€4

Orders below €40

Estimated delivery time is shown during checkout.

VAT & Customs Fees for Germany

One of the main advantages of ordering from iHerb to Germany is that VAT is already included in the product price.

VAT is prepaid during checkout

iHerb is registered under the IOSS system

No additional VAT payment in most cases

In rare cases, unexpected customs charges may occur. If this happens, contact iHerb Customer Support for assistance.

How Long Does Delivery Take?

iHerb ships products by air freight from its GMP-certified warehouses in the USA.

Delivery times depend on:

selected shipping carrier
customs processing
air freight conditions
possible delays outside iHerb’s control

Exact estimated delivery timeframe is shown at checkout before completing your order.

iHerb Shipping Carriers in Germany

Depending on availability and your order details, iHerb may use different delivery partners.

GLS Delivery

Prepaid duties, taxes, and import fees

Customs clearance preparation before delivery

No additional payments required upon arrival

GLS shipments are cleared in the Netherlands and follow Dutch import and tax regulations.
For delivery questions, contact GLS Customer Service.

Hermes Delivery

Prepaid duties and taxes

Import fees collected during checkout

No additional payments required at delivery

Hermes provides reliable deliveries across Germany with tracking available.

Customs Rules & Product Restrictions in Germany

Germany has specific regulations regarding imported supplements, food products, and other goods.
Although iHerb blocks many restricted products automatically, regulations may change frequently.
Always review the current import regulations before placing an order.

Supplements

Cosmetics

Food

EU Restricted Ingredients

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Yes, iHerb ships to Germany. Orders are delivered from iHerb’s USA warehouses using Global Air shipping with carriers such as GLS or Hermes.

iHerb offers free shipping to Germany for orders over €40. Orders below this amount are charged a €4 shipping fee. The final shipping cost is shown at checkout.

In most cases, no. VAT and import fees are prepaid during checkout, so customers usually do not need to pay additional charges upon delivery. However, some products may be subject to German import restrictions.

iHerb ships orders to Germany from its temperature-controlled warehouses in the USA. Products are delivered by air freight using international shipping partners.

Yes, VAT is already included in iHerb prices for Germany. The tax is calculated and prepaid during checkout through the IOSS system, helping customers avoid unexpected VAT payments upon delivery.