Cargo for South Africa lands at Durban. Combine this unit with other equipment in one container to bring the freight per item down. The same service covers Cape Town, Johannesburg, Coega SEZ and Dube TradePort.
Pot Washer rate in South Africa, 2026
The base model costs ₹7,28,000 ex-works (≈ ZAR 145,600) . Here is an estimate for one unit landed in South Africa by the cheapest shipping option:
| Cost element | ZAR | INR |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-works price | ZAR 145,600 | ₹7,28,000 |
| Export packing, haulage to JNPT, customs clearance | ZAR 7,168 | ₹35,840 |
| Ocean freight (LCL (shared container), 1.8 CBM) | ZAR 2,230 | ₹11,151 |
| Marine insurance | ZAR 852 | ₹4,262 |
| CIF Durban | ZAR 155,851 | ₹7,79,253 |
| Import duty (SACU tariff (customs value is FOB)) | ZAR 0 | ₹0 |
| Import VAT / GST 15% | ZAR 23,378 | ₹1,16,888 |
| Destination clearance & local delivery | ZAR 2,230 | ₹11,151 |
| Estimated landed cost | ZAR 181,458 | ₹9,07,292 |
Estimate based on rates as of October 2026. Duties and freight change often; your customs broker confirms the final figure. Use the landed cost calculator for multiple items.
Standard model and build
| Standard model | Front-loading for GN and stock pots |
|---|---|
| Material | SS 304 food grade; SS 316 option |
| HSN / HS code | 8422.19 |
| Packed volume / weight | 1.8 CBM · 260 kg (base model) |
| Power & fuel in South Africa | 230 V / 400 V, 50 Hz; LPG |
| Standards | SABS, NRCS for gas appliances, municipal health |
Custom sizes and options
- Export builds for 60 Hz and 120/208–240 V supplies
- Flame-failure devices, piezo ignition and thermostats
- SS 304 or SS 316 body; 14 or 16 SWG tops
- Number of burners or tanks and their ratings
- Gas (LPG / PNG / natural gas), electric or induction versions
Shipping, customs and installation for South Africa
We pack in fumigated wooden crates, stuff the container at our factory or at Nhava Sheva, and ship to Durban (about 16–20 days). You receive the commercial invoice with HS codes, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin. Installation is done by your contractor using our drawings and video support, or by our technicians on a site visit for larger projects.
What you get from the manufacturer
- Spares and serviceBurners, valves, castors and filters stocked; service by our team in India and partners abroad.
- Export readySeaworthy crating, HS-coded invoices, certificate of origin and documents for customs.
- Design to handoverLayout drawings, fabrication, delivery, installation, gas and exhaust commissioning, and AMC.
- Since 2004Founded by Mr Dilip Potnis, with 35+ years of commercial kitchen experience behind the designs.
FAQs: Pot Washer in South Africa
What does a pot washer cost delivered to South Africa?
The ex-works price is ₹7,28,000 (about ZAR 145,600). Shipped from Nhava Sheva to Durban with insurance, import duty, taxes and local delivery, one unit lands at roughly ZAR 181,458. Ordering several items together in one container cuts the freight per unit sharply.
How long does shipping to South Africa take?
Manufacturing takes 10–20 working days. Sea transit from Nhava Sheva (JNPT) to Durban is about 16–20 days, plus customs clearance. We share the bill of lading, invoice, packing list and certificate of origin before the vessel arrives.
What HS code and import duty apply in South Africa?
We ship the pot washer under HS 8422.19. Our estimate for South Africa uses: SACU tariff (customs value is FOB). Import VAT/GST of 15% applies on top. Your customs broker confirms the final rate at clearance.
Can the pot washer be made to custom size?
Yes. We build it to your drawing or space: gas (LPG / PNG / natural gas), electric or induction versions, number of burners or tanks and their ratings and SS 304 or SS 316 body; 14 or 16 SWG tops. Custom sizes usually add 3–5 working days.
Which stainless steel grade do you use?
Food-contact parts are SS 304 (18/8) as standard, in 16 or 18 SWG depending on the part. For coastal sites, seafood kitchens and chemical cleaning we recommend SS 316. Every unit is TIG-welded and finished satin.
What is the warranty?
12 months against manufacturing defects from installation, and lifetime support on spares. Annual maintenance contracts are available through our service partners.