South Africa · B2B wholesale
Bagasse and food packaging supplier for South Africa
Bagasse containers, kraft bowls, paper cups, takeaway boxes and disposable ashtrays for distributors, quick-service restaurants, cafés and hotels in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban and Pretoria, shipped by sea from Türkiye.
- Ships from
- Turkish ports by sea to Durban and Cape Town
- Markets
- Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria
- Regulation
- South African packaging EPR
- Reply
- Within one working day
Who we supply
Who we supply in South Africa
Distributors and wholesalers
Full containers of mixed fiber-based packaging, with samples and private label.
Quick-service restaurants
Burger boxes, takeaway boxes, kraft bowls and greaseproof paper.
Cafés
Custom printed paper cups and lids.
Hotels and lodges
Bagasse plates and bowls, printed wet wipes and paper ashtrays.
Caterers
Compartment trays and containers with lids.
Food brands
Kraft stand-up pouches and custom packaging.
Products
Leading product ranges for South Africa
- Bagasse Food ContainersA complete range of sugarcane-fiber food packaging, from plates and bowls to clamshells, meal trays and the leak-resistant Anti-Leak Series, supplied B2B to HoReCa brands, caterers and distributors.
- Bagasse Clamshell BoxesHinged sugarcane-fiber boxes for burgers, meals and takeaway: one-piece, single or multi-compartment, in rectangular and square footprints.
- Paper Bowls & LidsRound, rectangular, square and double wall paper bowls with matching paper or CPLA lids, for salads, poke, noodles, rice and hot meals.
- Burger, Taco & Fries BoxesPurpose-shaped paper packaging for burgers, tacos, fries and hand-held snacks, built to hold the food upright and keep the brand in view.
- Takeaway & Noodle BoxesFold-top bio boxes, noodle boxes, meal and lunch boxes and chicken boxes that ship flat, close securely and carry your brand.
- Disposable Paper CupsA complete paper cup program for hot and cold drinks, from everyday single wall cups to premium ripple and specialty cups, with matched lids and custom print, supplied B2B.
- Greaseproof Paper WrapPFAS-free greaseproof paper for burgers, sandwiches, fries and bakery, in sheets, rolls and food bags, plain or printed with your brand.
- Disposable Paper AshtrayA single-use paper ashtray with a water-activated absorbent core, designed to extinguish cigarette butts and hold ash until it is thrown away. No washing, no collection.
Bagasse packaging for South Africa
South Africa’s Extended Producer Responsibility regulations for paper and packaging have applied since 2021, and quick-service, delivery and café chains in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban and Pretoria are moving from polystyrene and plastic to fiber. Bagasse packaging — made from sugarcane fiber — is one of the main replacements.
Bagasse containers and kraft packaging
Bagasse containers and clamshells, plates and bowls, compartment trays, kraft bowls with lids, burger and takeaway boxes and greaseproof paper. Ekoroll bagasse is home compostable & 100% bagasse, certified TÜV AUSTRIA OK compost HOME; a copy of the certificate is available on request.
Paper cups and accessories
Custom printed paper cups with lids, wooden cutlery, paper straws, printed wet wipes and disposable paper ashtrays.
Shipping to South Africa
Orders ship from Turkish ports by sea to Durban and Cape Town; distributors usually combine several product families in one container. Lead time depends on the type of order: stock items, custom print, a mold or format change and private-label programs are each scheduled differently, and the lead time is confirmed in writing in your quote.
How ordering works
From inquiry to delivery
- 1
Send your requirements
Product, approximate quantity, print and delivery country. We reply within one working day.
- 2
Formats and samples
We propose formats that fit your service and send samples before the first bulk order.
- 3
Artwork proof and quote
Printed items get an artwork proof for approval; pricing is quoted on quantity, print and delivery terms.
- 4
Production and shipping
Production is scheduled after approval and the order ships export-packed with its documents.
All markets we serve
All marketsRegions
- Europe
- United Kingdom
- Gulf and the Middle East
- Africa
- Russia and the CIS
- Eastern Europe and the Balkans
- Australia and New Zealand
Countries
Point to a market to see how we ship there and what matters on that market.
Road freight, or sea for full containers
EU–Türkiye Customs Union (A.TR). PPWR applies from 12 Aug 2026.
View marketRoad freight, or sea
England bans single-use plastic plates, bowls and cutlery since Oct 2023.
View marketSea freight from Turkish ports
UAE bans more single-use plastics, incl. cups and lids, from Jan 2026.
View marketSea freight, mixed containers
Plastic bans in Kenya, Morocco and Lagos; EPR in South Africa.
View marketRoad, or sea with onward links
Packaging regulated by EAEU TR CU 005/2011.
View marketRoad freight, mixed truckloads
EU members: Customs Union (A.TR), SUP Directive and PPWR.
View marketSea freight in containers
State bans on plastic tableware; New Zealand since July 2023.
View marketRoad freight, A.TR
VerpackG reusable-offer rule and the single-use plastic fund.
View marketRoad freight, A.TR
AWG 2002 and Packaging Ordinance 2014; PPWR from Aug 2026.
View marketRoad freight in EU transit
No Swiss import duty on industrial goods since Jan 2024.
View marketRoad, or sea to Rotterdam
Plastic-containing cups and containers charged since July 2023.
View marketSea or road freight, A.TR
SUP Directive as transposed in 2021; PPWR from Aug 2026.
View marketRoad or sea freight, A.TR
AGEC law: reusable tableware for on-site fast food since 2023.
View marketRoad freight, A.TR
Fees on single-use plastic cups and food containers since 2024.
View marketSea freight to Jebel Ali
Single-use plastic ban stage 2 from 1 January 2026.
View marketSea freight to Jeddah and Dammam
Importer handles SFDA / SABER with our product documents.
View marketSea freight to Durban and Cape Town
Packaging EPR regulations in force since 2021.
Quote request
Get pricing and samples for South Africa
Tell us the product, approximate quantity, print and delivery country. Our sales team in İzmir replies within one working day.
- B2B only
- Wholesale, OEM and private label. No retail orders.
- Samples
- Samples are part of every project before production.
- Documents
- Specifications and documentation are shared per product.
Frequently asked questions
How do you ship to South Africa?
Orders ship from İzmir, Türkiye, by sea freight in containers or by road freight, depending on destination and volume. Trade terms (for example EXW, FOB, CIF or DAP) are agreed per shipment and stated in the quote.
What is the difference between bagasse and plastic food packaging?
Bagasse is made from sugarcane fiber, the material left after the juice is pressed out. Ekoroll bagasse is home compostable and 100% bagasse (TÜV AUSTRIA OK compost HOME), while plastic containers are made from fossil-based polymers.
What is the lead time?
It depends on the type of order: stock items, custom print, a mold or format change and private-label programs are each scheduled differently. The lead time is confirmed in writing in your quote.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Minimums depend on the product, size, print and shipment plan and are stated in the quote. Share the product, your approximate volume and the delivery country and we will propose a program.
Which documents do you provide?
Food-contact and performance documents are provided per format, according to the final product specification and production route. Tell us what your market or customer requires. Ekoroll bagasse is certified TÜV AUSTRIA OK compost HOME; a copy is available on request.