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Dry Flower & Sola Flower Exporter to South Africa — Bulk Supply from Kolkata, India

International Mongers is an APEDA-registered dry flower and sola flower exporter from Kolkata, India, supplying South African wholesalers, florist supply houses, event hire companies and home-decor retailers across Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban with bulk dried botanicals direct from our manufacturing facility — sea freight to Durban or Cape Town in 18–25 days.

Why source dry & sola flowers from India to South Africa?

India is the world’s leading origin for sola wood flowers, palm spear, exotic Indian seed pods and handmade Lata arrangements — a perfect complement to South Africa’s strong indigenous protea and fynbos export trade. Direct sourcing from a Kolkata grower lands in Durban / Cape Town at 30–45% below product routed via Dutch re-exporters, with full APEDA + DALRRD-compliant documentation.

What we ship to South African wholesale buyers

  • Sola wood florals — 90+ open SKUs (sola roses, lotus, sun flowers, cabbage, marigold, dalia) with custom dyeing from 200 pcs/colour
  • Pampas grass (natural & coloured), bunny tails, broom grass, wheat grass, bamboo feather
  • Palm spear in natural / bleached / antique / dark / orange / round finishes
  • Exotic Indian pods — Bagon fruit, Pradeep pod, Bell cup, Casurina pod, Pumpkin cup
  • Potpourri & petal blends — mehogany slice, lotus mini, jacaranda petal, lufa slice
  • Handmade arrangements — Lata ball, palm chain ball, jute rope ball, decorative rings, wreaths

South Africa trade specifications

Parameter Details
Discharge ports Durban, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth
Transit (sea) 18–25 days FOB Mumbai → Durban
HS Code 0604.90
MOQ 200–500 pcs per SKU; mixed 40’ container option
Documentation APEDA cert, Phytosanitary, Fumigation, COO, CCI, BL
Payment terms 30% advance / 70% against B/L; LC at sight for repeat buyers
Pricing FOB Mumbai or CIF Durban / Cape Town — USD or ZAR

Best for these South African buyer types

  • Wholesale floral suppliers and dried-flower distributors
  • Event & wedding florists serving Cape Town and Johannesburg
  • Home-decor and lifestyle retailers (incl. e-commerce)
  • Tea, sachet and natural-products brands using dried botanicals
  • Craft and DIY retailers

FAQs — South African Buyers

What is the minimum order for South African importers?

200–500 pcs per SKU per colour. Mixed 40’ containers let first-time South African buyers test 30–50 SKUs in a single consol.

How long does sea freight from India to South Africa take?

18–25 days port-to-port to Durban or Cape Town. Total lead time including production: 50–65 days from PO to in-stock at your warehouse.

Are Indian dry flowers compliant with DALRRD requirements?

Yes. Every consignment ships with APEDA registration, full phytosanitary certification and methyl-bromide fumigation — documentation routes via DALRRD pre-clearance. We work with experienced South African customs brokers.

Can you support exclusive South African retail collections?

Yes — custom dyeing from 200 pcs per colour, custom packaging, full private-label development. Lead time for fully exclusive programmes is 8–12 weeks.

How do payment terms work for South African importers?

First order: 30% advance, 70% against B/L copy. Repeat buyers: LC at sight or 30/60-day terms. We invoice in ZAR, USD or INR.

Get a South Africa-direct quote

Send your enquiry with target SKUs, quantities, and discharge port. Indicative quote in 24–48 hours. Contact International Mongers or WhatsApp +91 70031 92092.

Worldwide Export Markets

Direct dry-flower and sola-flower export from Kolkata to wholesalers, importers, and decor brands worldwide. Sea or air freight from Mumbai (Nhava Sheva / JNPT) and Kolkata (Haldia), full APEDA documentation, mixed 40′ container option for first-time buyers across all listed destinations.

Explore Our Product Range

Ready to source? Request a quotation or contact our export desk for sample dispatch and FOB / CIF pricing.