The only reason that international shipping would be $44 is if you used a medium flat rate international box. Then it does add up to be around $44. Also i wouldnt really trust this "$9" sailor soft pack. I buy wholesale from pleasureworks (the makers of the sailor) and the 4" sailor soft packer costs $9/item. The only thing i can think of is that shipping costs an arm and a leg, or they are cheating people or something, cause thats just not right.