What the market buys
Diamonds, platinum, gold and tanzanite, sold through independents, chains and a tourist channel around the game-lodge and Cape trade.
What that means for the box
Platinum and white metals read cold, and a warm lining fights them. Grey, charcoal and ivory interiors suit platinum better than a red or burgundy velvet.
Practical considerations
Freight into the country is the practical constraint. Sea freight is the sensible route for a full run; plan the lead time around it rather than paying for air on volume.
Getting it to South Africa
Sea into Durban or Cape Town for a run, air into Johannesburg for samples. Durban handles the most volume; Cape Town suits the Western Cape trade directly. Both are well served from Hong Kong.
Working with buyers in South Africa
A mature retail market with chains, independents and a manufacturing sector, and buyers who specify in writing. Expect a proper brief and expect to answer it in a drawing. English artwork is standard, and B-BBEE and import documentation are handled at your end.
Made to your brand
Every box we make carries your name, your colours and your logo, and nothing on it identifies us. Where you are supplying a client under their brand, that is standard OEM work for us.
At a glance
| Factor | What it changes |
|---|---|
| Platinum and white metals | Cool interior colours over warm reds |
| Freight lead time | Sea freight planned in, not air on volume |
Frequently asked questions
Do you ship to South Africa?
Yes — we ship worldwide from Hong Kong.
What lining suits platinum?
Grey, charcoal or ivory. Warm reds make white metals look grey rather than bright.
How long does sea freight take?
It depends on the route and the season, and we will give you the current figure from our forwarder when we quote.
Can the box carry our brand rather than yours?
Yes. Nothing on the box identifies us. That is standard for the OEM work we do.
How do you ship to South Africa?
Sea into Durban or Cape Town for a run, air into Johannesburg for samples. Durban handles the most volume; Cape Town suits the Western Cape trade directly. Both are well served from Hong Kong.
Tell us what you need
Tell us what you sell, your brand and roughly what quantity you have in mind. We’ll send photos of our work and one clear, all-in quote.