Industry Alert: Rebates & Duties on Imported Cans

Why This Matters
The South African aerosol market is facing challenges due to the importation of filled aerosol cans and non-compliant products. These imports can impact local businesses by:
Creating unfair market competition due to inferior quality products which are underfilled in some cases. 

Undermining safety standards when non-compliant products enter the supply chain.

Affecting local jobs and manufacturing growth by favouring international suppliers.
To address these issues, AMA is engaging with industry experts and regulatory bodiesto develop a comprehensive strategy that protects both businesses and consumers.

Help Us Shape the Future – We Need Your Input!
To make informed decisions, we are seeking feedback from our members and industry stakeholders on the following:
✅ What are your thoughts on rebates for empty imported cans?
✅ Have you encountered non-compliant aerosol cans in the market?
✅ What challenges do you face due to current import regulations?

Your insights are crucial in guiding AMA’s industry protection efforts. By working together, we can safeguard South Africa’s aerosol market against unfair practices and substandard products.

Next Steps & AMA’s Commitment:

The AMA is committed to ensuring fair trade and will:
Continue investigating non-compliant imports and developing industry regulations.
Engage with government and trade authorities to establish better oversight on aerosol imports.

Provide regular updates and advocacy initiatives to support our members.

Your voice matters! Share your feedback with the Executive Director and be part of the conversation that shapes the future of aerosol manufacturing in South Africa