FAQ
Buying wholesale from The KPS
Answers to the questions retailers ask us most about trade accounts, our brands, delivery and ordering.
About KPS
What does The KPS do?
The KPS (Key Product Solutions) is a consumer-electronics importer, wholesaler and distributor based in Century City, Cape Town. We are the exclusive South African distributor of a growing portfolio of global tech brands and supply more than 1,000 retail stores, from independent shops to national chains and online marketplaces.
Which brands is KPS the exclusive distributor for in South Africa?
What products can I buy wholesale from KPS?
Chargers and power banks, charging cables, earbuds, headphones, speakers and microphones, gaming peripherals, phone cases and mounts, car accessories, smart rings and AI glasses, precision and power tools, portable fans, rechargeable batteries and lifestyle gadgets. See our brands.
Who can buy from KPS?
We supply registered businesses that resell: independent electronics and cellphone stores, national retail chains, online stores and marketplace sellers. You need a KPS trade account to order.
Trade accounts
How do I open a trade account?
Ask our trade accounts team for an invitation code, then complete the online application. It takes about 25–35 minutes with your documents ready and saves as you go. Once approved, you receive your KPS client code and register on the trade portal to start ordering. See Become a reseller.
How quickly can a COD account be opened?
COD accounts are the quickest to open, because they need only basic company documents. As soon as your application is approved and you have your client code, you can order on the trade portal.
What documents do I need for a COD account?
Your CIPC company registration, a stamped bank confirmation letter, certified IDs of directors and signatories, and a letterhead confirming your authorised signatories. If you are VAT registered, add your SARS VAT 103 certificate.
Do you offer credit terms?
Yes, on application and subject to a credit review. As well as the COD documents, we ask for your SARS tax compliance (TCS) PIN, proof of trading address, recent financial statements and a certificate of insurance.
Ordering and delivery
Do you deliver nationwide?
Yes. We are based in Cape Town and deliver to every province in South Africa by courier. Within Cape Town, our own team delivers orders to your door.
How do I see prices and stock?
Approved resellers log in to the KPS trade portal to see live stock at our Cape Town warehouse, their own wholesale price, the recommended selling price (RSP) and margin on every product. You can order by SKU, re-order past orders and download a price list.
Can I see the products before I order?
Yes. Book a visit to our brand showroom in Century City, Cape Town to handle samples from every brand and review your range with our team. Visits are by appointment.
Do you help resellers market the products?
Yes. Our in-house marketing team and content studio provide product images, video and campaign assets, and we run hands-on product training for retail staff at our headquarters.
I represent a brand. Can KPS distribute it in South Africa?
We work with global brands looking for a South African partner, handling import, compliance, stock, retail distribution and local marketing. Send a brand partnership enquiry.
Still have a question?
Email info@thekpsza.com or call 021 065 1851.