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Lubricants & Greases for buyers in South Africa

Lubricants & Greases · Southern Africa · EN-ZA

Lubricants & Greases Manufacturer, Supplier & Exporter in South Africa

South Africa is the continent's most industrialised economy, with world-class mining, a large automotive sector, heavy chemicals and advanced retail. Hurain Engitech & Trade supplies lubricants & greases to South Africa — engine oils, gear oils, hydraulic oils and industrial greases in retail packs, pails and drums.

Currency
rand (ZAR)
Main ports
Durban, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Richards Bay
Sea transit from Gujarat
18–28 days
Import taxes
Customs duty plus VAT (SACU tariff)
Our hours (local)
06:00–15:30 South Africa time (09:30–19:00 IST), Monday to Saturday
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Quick answer

Who is a reliable lubricants & greases supplier and exporter for South Africa?

Hurain Engitech & Trade, based in Palanpur, Gujarat, manufactures, wholesales and exports lubricants & greases to buyers in South Africa, including Gqeberha, Durban, Richards Bay. We quote FOB, CFR or CIF Durban with about 18–28 days sea transit and full export documents.

Why South Africa needs lubricants & greases

South Africa is the continent's most industrialised economy, with world-class mining, a large automotive sector, heavy chemicals and advanced retail. Durban, Cape Town, Gqeberha and Richards Bay are the main ports.

Engine oils, hydraulic oils and greases are consumed continuously by vehicles, fleets, plants and mines.

Automotive & workshops in South Africa

Car plants in Pretoria, Durban, Gqeberha and East London support a large component and aftermarket sector.

In South Africa, auto-parts dealers and tyre shops buy lubricants & greases from us mainly for automotive and fleets and hydraulic systems.

Who buys lubricants & greases: Auto-parts dealers · Tyre shops · Fleet operators · Service workshops

Mining & minerals in South Africa

Platinum, gold, coal, iron ore and chrome mines are some of the largest users of conveyors, bearings, couplings and wear parts in the world.

In South Africa, open-pit and underground mines and mineral processing plants buy lubricants & greases from us mainly for gearboxes and bearings and chassis.

Who buys lubricants & greases: Open-pit and underground mines · Mineral processing plants · Quarries · Bulk ports

Manufacturing & plant maintenance in South Africa

Factories in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape buy power-transmission parts, tools and MRO supplies.

In South Africa, factories & oems and mro distributors buy lubricants & greases from us mainly for compressors and automotive and fleets.

Who buys lubricants & greases: Factories & OEMs · MRO distributors · Maintenance contractors · Machine shops

Agriculture & grain handling in South Africa

Grain, sunflower, citrus and sugar farming needs conveyors, pumps and handling equipment.

In South Africa, grain traders & reserves and flour, rice & feed mills buy lubricants & greases from us mainly for hydraulic systems and gearboxes.

Who buys lubricants & greases: Grain traders & reserves · Flour, rice & feed mills · Seed processors · Irrigation

Typical uses: Automotive and fleets · Hydraulic systems · Gearboxes · Bearings and chassis · Compressors.

Top 13 cities for lubricants & greases in South Africa

Ranked by how closely each city's industries match the buyers of lubricants & greases. Every city links to its own page with local delivery details.

  1. 01Lubricants & Greases in Gqeberhaport: Port Elizabeth / NgquraSouth Africa's motor-industry city.Automotive & workshopsManufacturing & plant maintenanceMarine, ports & fisheries
  2. 02Lubricants & Greases in Durbanport: DurbanAfrica's busiest container port, with car plants, chemical and food industries.Manufacturing & plant maintenanceAutomotive & workshopsMarine, ports & fisheries
  3. 03Lubricants & Greases in Richards Bayport: Richards BayThe world's largest coal export terminal, aluminium smelters and mineral sands.Mining & mineralsManufacturing & plant maintenanceMarine, ports & fisheries
  4. 04Lubricants & Greases in Pretoriavia Durban · 1–2 days by roadAdministrative capital with major vehicle and component plants.Automotive & workshopsManufacturing & plant maintenance
  5. 05Lubricants & Greases in East Londonport: East LondonPort with a major car plant and components suppliers.Automotive & workshopsMarine, ports & fisheries
  6. 06Lubricants & Greases in Johannesburgvia Durban · 1–2 days by road or railAfrica's largest economic hub, headquarters of mining houses, distributors and engineering firms.Manufacturing & plant maintenanceAutomotive & workshopsMining & minerals
  7. 07Lubricants & Greases in Rustenburgvia Durban · 2 days by roadThe world's platinum-mining capital.Mining & mineralsManufacturing & plant maintenance
  8. 08Lubricants & Greases in eMalahlenivia Durban · 1–2 days by roadCoal-mining and power-station centre of Mpumalanga.Mining & mineralsManufacturing & plant maintenance
  9. 09Lubricants & Greases in Polokwanevia Durban · 2 days by roadLimpopo trading city near platinum and coal mines and farms.Mining & mineralsAgriculture & grain handling
  10. 10Lubricants & Greases in Cape Townport: Cape TownPort city of food, wine and hospitality businesses.Marine, ports & fisheriesManufacturing & plant maintenance
  11. 11Lubricants & Greases in Pietermaritzburgvia Durban · 1 day by roadHome of large edible-oil and food manufacturers.Manufacturing & plant maintenance
  12. 12Lubricants & Greases in Bloemfonteinvia Durban · 2 days by roadFree State grain and sunflower country.Agriculture & grain handling
  13. 13Lubricants & Greases in Mbombelavia Maputo or Durban · 1–2 days by roadCitrus, sugar and timber region near the Mozambique border.Agriculture & grain handling

Importing lubricants & greases into South Africa: local guide

Practical facts for buyers in South Africa — working days, time difference, customs system, trade-agreement duty and the seasons to plan around.

WeekendSaturday–Sunday (many trading firms also work Saturday mornings)
Our office hours in your time06:00–15:30 South Africa time (09:30–19:00 IST), Monday to Saturday
Country calling code+27 (our WhatsApp: +91 87809 43729)
Business languagesEnglish, Afrikaans, isiZulu; we correspond in English
Currencyrand (ZAR); quotations in USD
Customs systemSARS eFiling customs
Tariff frameworkSACU common external tariff
Trade agreement with IndiaNo India-specific trade agreement; standard (MFN) duty applies
Plan orders aroundthe Christmas–New Year period, when many buyers and forwarders close

Lubricants & Greases specifications for South Africa

Typical specification range for lubricants & greases; exact values are confirmed per order and matched to South Africa's import requirements.

Oil gradesSAE 10W-30, 15W-40, 20W-50; ISO VG 32, 46, 68, 220, 320
GreasesLithium, lithium complex, calcium, EP 2 / EP 3
Packing1 L, 5 L, 20 L, 50 L, 210 L; 0.5–180 kg

All 2 lubricants & greases we supply in South Africa

Standards: API SN / CI-4, ISO 6743, NLGI grades, DIN 51524 or the standard your project specifies. Regulated products must meet NRCS compulsory specifications; SABS standards are commonly specified by buyers.

Price, duties & landed cost in South Africa

Quotation currencyUSD (EUR on request); you pay in rand (ZAR) through your bank
IncotermsEXW, FOB Mundra or Kandla (Gujarat), CFR or CIF Durban
Import taxesCustoms duty plus VAT (SACU tariff)
Import conformityRegulated products must meet NRCS compulsory specifications; SABS standards are commonly specified by buyers.
Export documentsCommercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, bill of lading; test certificates / COA where applicable
Payment50% advance with order confirmation and 50% before dispatch against export documents; L/C at sight can be discussed for larger orders.

Packing for shipment to South Africa

Items are rust-protected where needed (VCI paper, oil or grease), packed in cartons, boxes or wooden cases, and palletised on fumigated (ISPM-15) pallets. Carton marks, barcodes and private-label packing are available.

How to order

How to import lubricants & greases into South Africa

  1. 01Share your requirement. Send product names, specifications or drawings, quantities, destination port and any required standards by form, email or WhatsApp.
  2. 02Receive a detailed quotation. We confirm specifications and reply with price (EXW, FOB, CFR or CIF), MOQ, packing, lead time and payment terms.
  3. 03Approve samples or drawings. Where needed we send samples, GA drawings or technical data sheets for approval before production.
  4. 04Production and sourcing. Your order is manufactured or sourced from qualified partner factories and tracked against the agreed schedule.
  5. 05Inspection and testing. Goods are checked for quantity, dimensions, finish and function; third-party inspection can be arranged on request.
  6. 06Export packing and documents. Goods are packed for sea or air freight and shipped with invoice, packing list, certificate of origin and bill of lading.

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FAQ

Lubricants & Greases in South Africa — frequently asked questions

Do you export lubricants & greases to South Africa?

Yes. Hurain Engitech & Trade manufactures, supplies and exports lubricants & greases from India to importers, distributors and project buyers in South Africa, by sea (FCL or LCL) or by air, with full export documentation.

Which cities in South Africa do you deliver lubricants & greases to?

We deliver anywhere in South Africa. The cities with the highest demand for lubricants & greases are Gqeberha, Durban, Richards Bay, Pretoria, East London, Johannesburg, Rustenburg, eMalahleni, Polokwane, Cape Town, Pietermaritzburg, Bloemfontein and Mbombela, because of their automotive & workshops, manufacturing & plant maintenance, marine, ports & fisheries industries.

How long does delivery of lubricants & greases to South Africa take?

Indicative sea transit from Mundra or Kandla (Gujarat) to Durban is about 18–28 days, plus production and inland time. The confirmed schedule is given in the quotation.

What does lubricants & greases cost in South Africa?

Price depends on the size, grade, quantity and packing of the lubricants & greases you need, so we quote per enquiry in USD, which your bank converts to rand. Mixed-product containers usually lower the landed cost per item.

What import rules apply to lubricants & greases in South Africa?

Customs duty plus VAT (SACU tariff). Regulated products must meet NRCS compulsory specifications; SABS standards are commonly specified by buyers. Confirm the HS code and duty with your customs broker; we provide the invoice, packing list, certificate of origin and test certificates.

Is there a trade agreement between India and South Africa?

There is no India-specific trade agreement with South Africa, so standard (MFN) duty applies to lubricants & greases. We supply a non-preferential certificate of origin with every shipment.

Can I combine lubricants & greases with other products in one shipment to South Africa?

Yes. Lubricants & Greases can be consolidated with other lubricants & greases and products from our other divisions in one FCL or LCL container with one set of documents.

What pack sizes are available?

Lubricants are available from 1-litre bottles to 210-litre drums, and greases from 500 g tubs to 180 kg barrels.

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Need lubricants & greases in South Africa? Send your specification.

Share product, specification, quantity and destination port. Our export team replies with price, MOQ, packing and lead time.

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