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Short, plain English guides to the parts of private label sourcing that catch people out. No sign-up, no email gate.
How private label braai sourcing works
A plain English walk-through of putting your brand on braai accessories: choosing a product, branding, samples, quotes, production and freight to South Africa.
Read the guideMOQ explained: minimum order quantities for braai accessories
Why factories set minimum order quantities, how branding and packaging change them, and practical ways to start smaller.
Read the guideLanded cost into South Africa: what to include
What sits between a factory price and the cost of a braai product on your shelf in South Africa: freight, duty, VAT, clearing and delivery.
Read the guideHow pooled orders work
Share one production run of an identical product with other retailers, each with your own branding. How it works, what it suits and what it is not.
Read the guideImporting braai accessories into South Africa: SARS, VAT and the NRCS
What it takes to import braai grids, braaitang, sosatie skewers and braai baskets from China: SARS importer registration, tariff classification, customs duty, 15% import VAT, ITAC permits, when the NRCS applies, and working with a clearing agent.
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