Firstly, it originates from the US, so I suspect they can make savings like that.
Secondly, US stores typically don't include Sales Tax or VAT in their listed prices. So I'm sure you'll pay 10-15% more on top of the price that's stated.
I'm from the UK where we pay an extortionate 20% on everything - however, every labelled price always includes this, which does help judge prices far better!
Sales tax depends on the location. It variess from nothing in states like Oregon to over 8% in some areas. It's about 7% where I am. Online puchases from companies without a presence in your state do not charge sales tax, so if Amazon starts selling these that would be a good way to get one without paying tax.
Secondly, US stores typically don't include Sales Tax or VAT in their listed prices. So I'm sure you'll pay 10-15% more on top of the price that's stated.
I'm from the UK where we pay an extortionate 20% on everything - however, every labelled price always includes this, which does help judge prices far better!