Jerrycans

Jerrycans in South Africa

Updated 31 October 2026

A jerrycan in South Africa costs about R 320 to R 1,030 today, depending on size, material and whether it is rated for fuel or water. For current prices in your size and city, post a request on BlaBlaPrice: the AI looks through local sellers' websites and price lists and shows the prices it finds.

Fuel rules and what to check

Fuel is the main reason for the rules here. A government notice in the search results refers to regulations that prohibit retail sales of petrol and diesel in containers, and an official advisory tells consumers not to take or store fuel in jerrycans. Before you buy a can for fuel, ask the seller what it is rated for. If you carry hazardous liquids, look for UN-approved designs. For drinking water, check that the can is marked food-safe, because some styles meet that requirement.

Season and when to buy

Demand peaks before the summer holidays, from December to February, when road trips and camping are most common. October is spring, so stock is normally good now. Winter, June to August, sees fewer trips, so the can is less urgent for most buyers. Metal cans are heavier than plastic ones, so think about how often you will carry them on a long journey.

Delivery and how the price is quoted

Prices are per can and sizes are given in litres: 5 L, 10 L, 20 L and 25 L. Sellers in Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban and Gqeberha can have different stock, so ask for the price delivered to your city. Check whether the quote includes delivery and VAT. A full 20 L can is heavy, so ask about collection at a branch if courier costs are high.

What to write in your request

Tell the seller the volume you need, the material (plastic or metal), what the can is for (petrol, diesel or water), the features you want such as a spout or a tap, and how many cans. Add your city and your budget. Say whether a new or used can is acceptable, because that changes the price and the condition you get.

Get offers through BlaBlaPrice by describing the can in your own words in the chat, and add a photo if you like. Sellers registered on BlaBlaPrice reply in the chat with their own price, terms and delivery, and your contact details stay hidden until you decide to share them. You can also browse car accessories or car tools and spanner sets for related items.