Packaging Supplies in South Africa
Free quotes from packaging and stationery distributors across South Africa. One request, no obligation.
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- OB-04, Office & business
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Packaging supplies are the boxes, tape, bubble wrap, stretch wrap, courier bags and void fill that businesses use to pack, store and ship goods. StationerySupplies.co.za is a free quote service. Rather than searching for packaging supplies near me and phoning around, fill in one form and we pass your list to independent packaging and stationery distributors, who quote you directly. We do not sell, stock or deliver anything ourselves, and there is no fee or obligation. Tell us what you pack, the quantities and your address.
Boxes, tape and protective packaging
Most packaging orders combine a few core items:
- Cartons and boxes: single or double wall, in stock sizes or made to size
- Packing tape: brown, clear or printed, with hand dispensers
- Bubble wrap and foam: on rolls or as pouches for fragile goods
- Void fill: kraft paper, loose fill or air pillows to stop items moving
- Stretch wrap: hand or machine rolls for securing pallets
Give internal box dimensions and the weight of the contents, so suppliers can suggest the right board grade instead of over-specifying. Heavy items such as tiles or machine parts need double-wall board, while light clothing ships well in courier bags. Say how the parcels travel too: courier networks, pallets or your own vehicles each need different protection.
Courier bags and e-commerce packaging
Online sellers go through courier bags, padded envelopes and small mailer boxes quickly. Courier bags come in standard sizes with a peel-and-seal strip, and some have a pocket for the waybill. Add shipping labels and plain envelopes for documents and you have most of a dispatch desk. Ask for prices at several quantity breaks, as unit cost drops sharply in bulk. If you ship fragile goods, ask for a sample box and test it before ordering thousands.
Packaging and stationery distributors
Many packaging and stationery distributors supply both, which suits warehouses and offices that want one supplier and one monthly account. A single delivery can bring cartons, tape and stretch wrap with A4 paper, toner and cleaning items. Some also stock basic food packaging such as takeaway containers, foil and paper bags, though specialist food packaging is usually a separate trade with its own hygiene requirements. Ask food packaging suppliers to confirm that containers are food-grade and suitable for hot or cold use, and whether they are recyclable.
Packaging supplies near me: price and delivery
Packaging is bulky, so delivery and minimum orders matter more than with stationery. A nearby distributor in Cape Town, Durban or Gauteng can deliver weekly, and many offer free delivery above a set order value. Custom printed boxes take longer, often a few weeks, and need artwork and a minimum run. Quotes from VAT-registered suppliers include 15% VAT. Regular buyers usually move from EFT to a 30-day account. Ask whether the supplier can hold stock for you and call it off as needed, which saves warehouse space. For larger volumes, see wholesale options.
What to include in your request
- Give internal box sizes and content weights
- State quantities and how often you reorder
- Say if boxes need printing or are plain
- Mention loading access and delivery times
- Add any office stationery to the same request
Packaging Supplies for different buyers
- Offices and small businesses: courier bags, boxes and tape for sending documents, samples and archive storage
- Schools: archive boxes and packing tape for storing records and moving classrooms
- Universities and colleges: removal boxes and tape for residence moves, labs and library stock
- Government and municipalities: archive cartons and courier bags for registries, records offices and dispatch
- Shops and resellers: online sellers and shops buying courier bags, mailer boxes and tissue in bulk
- Factories and warehouses: warehouses and factories ordering cartons, stretch wrap and tape by the pallet
- Weddings, conferences and events: event companies packing décor, printed material and equipment for transport
Frequently asked questions
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Is there a minimum order for packaging supplies?
Packaging Supplies by province and city
- Johannesburg
- Pretoria
- Centurion
- Midrand
- Sandton
- Randburg
- Roodepoort
- Krugersdorp
- Randfontein
- Germiston
- Boksburg
- Benoni
- Kempton Park
- Alberton
- Vanderbijlpark
- Vereeniging
- eMalahleni (Witbank)
- Middelburg
- Secunda
- Mbombela (Nelspruit)
- Rustenburg
- Brits
- Klerksdorp
- Potchefstroom
- Mahikeng
- Polokwane
- Tzaneen
- Kimberley
- Upington
- Bloemfontein
- Welkom
- Sasolburg
- Durban
- Pinetown
- Pietermaritzburg
- Richards Bay
- Newcastle
- Ladysmith
- Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
- East London
- Kariega (Uitenhage)
- Mthatha
- Cape Town
- Bellville
- Paarl
- Stellenbosch
- George
- Worcester
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