Sample Policy
Evaluate Our Oils Before Placing Your Order
At Afrika Botanicals, we understand the importance of evaluating cosmetic lipid oils and butters before committing to commercial quantities. We are pleased to offer samples to manufacturers, formulators and businesses considering our products.
However, we have experienced an overwhelming increase in sample requests, together with rising packaging costs and the complexities of arranging domestic and international courier services.
To ensure that we can continue offering a reliable sampling service, we have introduced a straightforward sample pricing policy.
Sample Sizes & Pricing
All liquid oil samples are supplied in 100 ml amber glass bottles, providing suitable protection during storage and transport. Mafura Butter is supplied in 250 g containers.
| Product | South Africa (ZAR incl. VAT) | International (USD) |
| All cosmetic lipid oils except Prickly Pear | R100 | $6 |
| Prickly Pear Seed Oil (100 ml) | R400 | $25 |
| Mafura Butter (250 g) | R150 | $9 |
The cost of samples will be fully credited against your first commercial order, excluding courier charges.
South African prices include 15% VAT. International prices exclude South African VAT. Courier charges are additional.
South African Customers
Courier charges are additional and average approximately R160 per shipment, depending on the delivery address and parcel size.
We will confirm the courier cost before requesting payment.
International Customers
International samples are charged at the USD prices indicated above.
Because international courier rates, destinations, and customs requirements vary significantly, we calculate shipping costsindividually based on total samples ordered.
Once we receive your sample request and delivery details, we will obtain a courier quotation and provide the total cost for your approval before proceeding.
Any applicable import duties, taxes or customs charges are the recipient’s responsibility.
How to Request Samples
Please contact us with the following information:
- Oils or butter you would like to evaluate
- Intended cosmetic application
- Anticipated initial order quantity and annual requirements
- Full delivery address and country
This information helps us understand your requirements and recommend suitable products.
Our Commitment
Our aim is to support genuine product development and long-term commercial relationships while keeping our sampling service practical, transparent and sustainable.
We look forward to helping you evaluate our African cosmetic lipid oils and butters.