Our story
Rymax Lubricants South Africa was established in 2021 as a South African-owned distributor of the globally respected Rymax Lubricants brand. Founded in the Netherlands in 1986, Rymax has grown into a leading lubricant manufacturer with a presence in over 60 countries worldwide — and South Africa is proud to be part of that network.
Our South African operation was built from the ground up with a clear purpose: to give local businesses — from independent workshops to large fleet operators and mining contractors — access to a premium international lubricant range backed by proper technical support and reliable supply. Starting on a smaller scale and growing steadily, we have built a distribution footprint that serves both the automotive and industrial sectors across South Africa.
The Global Brand Behind the Product
Rooted in Dutch Lubricant Excellence
Rymax Lubricants draws its heritage from the Netherlands — a country with a rich and prestigious oil industry history. Over nearly four decades, the brand has built an international reputation for high-quality engine oils, hydraulic oils, gear oils, greases, transmission fluids and car care products, underpinned by rigorous formulation, OEM approvals and a commitment to innovation. With more than 300 products across multiple segments, Rymax consistently delivers performance that meets the demands of modern engines, heavy machinery and industrial equipment.
35+
Years of Brand Heritage
60+
Countries Worldwide
300+
High-Quality Products
2021
SA Operations Est.
Lubricants by Application
We Supply Every Segment
Whether you run a workshop, manage a fleet, operate heavy machinery or service agricultural equipment — Rymax has a product engineered for your application.
Automotive
Passenger Car Engine Oils
Full synthetic, semi-synthetic and mineral engine oils for petrol and diesel passenger vehicles. OEM-approved formulations for European, Asian and American vehicles.
Commercial Transport
Truck & Fleet Engine Oils
Heavy-duty diesel engine oils for trucks, buses and commercial fleets. Meets API CI-4, ACEA E6/E7/E9 and major OEM specs including Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, MAN and Renault.
Industrial
Hydraulic & Gear Oils
Industrial hydraulic oils, gear oils, greases and specialty lubricants for manufacturing, mining and heavy industry. Engineered for high-load, high-temperature operating conditions.
Agricultural
Tractor & Farm Oils
UTTO multifunctional tractor oils, hydraulic fluids and agricultural greases. Compatible with John Deere, New Holland, Massey Ferguson and other leading tractor brands.
Driveline
Transmission & Diff Oils
Automatic transmission fluids, manual gearbox oils and differential oils for passenger vehicles, commercial transport and off-road applications.
Specialties
AUTOMOTIVE & INDUSTRIAL SPRAYS
Complete workshop consumable aerosol solutions under one brand.
Why Rymax SA
International Quality. Local Understanding.
As a South African-owned business, we understand the local market. We work directly with workshops, fleet operators, retailers and industrial buyers to ensure the right product reaches the right application — with the technical knowledge to back it up. Our relationship with the global Rymax brand means our customers benefit from world-class lubricant formulations while dealing with a team that is right here on the ground, available to assist with product selection, technical queries and national delivery.
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