Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Cape Honeybush Tea

By CommonShare

Cape Honeybush Tea is a renowned South African company specializing in organic herbal tea, particularly the naturally caffeine-free Honeybush tea. Established in 1998 in the tranquil valley of the Langeberg mountains, Cape Honeybush Tea has since become a leading supplier of high-quality Honeybush tea. With a state-of-the-art factory in Mossel Bay boasting a processing capacity of 250 tons per year, the company also offers Private Label tea packaging services to both local and international tea brands.

The company's core products revolve around the production and distribution of premium Honeybush tea, showcasing their expertise in cultivating and processing this unique herbal tea variety. Cape Honeybush Tea's commitment to quality and innovation has solidified its position in the industry, earning them a reputation for excellence. Their dedication to sustainability and authenticity sets them apart from competitors, making them a preferred choice among tea enthusiasts worldwide.

Notable achievements include being one of the pioneers in establishing Honeybush tea plantations and developing custom processing methods. With a focus on providing top-tier products to a discerning customer base, Cape Honeybush Tea continues to expand its reach both domestically and internationally. Their mission to deliver the finest organic herbal teas while upholding ethical and environmental values remains at the core of their business philosophy.

Looking ahead, Cape Honeybush Tea is poised to further elevate its market presence and continue its legacy of producing exceptional Honeybush tea. With a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and sustainable practices, the company is well-positioned to thrive in the dynamic tea industry landscape. As they forge ahead, Cape Honeybush Tea remains dedicated to delivering premium organic herbal teas that captivate the senses and promote well-being.

Overall Rating

1.0

Under-Performing

Traceability

An increasingly important factor in global supply chains, traceability assesses the manufacturer's capability to track products and materials from origin to delivery. The Sustainable Manufacturers Benchmark® explores this through the lens of tiered supplier verification, culminating in end-to-end traceability with real-time monitoring and complete transparency.

Digitized Products

The digital landscape has transformed B2B interactions. This facet assesses the extent to which manufacturers have digitized their product offerings. The spectrum ranges from manufacturers without any online product catalog to those boasting advanced B2B e-commerce platforms, providing clients with order customization, real-time tracking, and an integrated view of the supply chain.

Preferred Materials

This aspect gauges the extent to which manufacturers incorporate sustainable, circular, and regenerative materials in their supply chain. It assesses whether companies merely use standard materials or whether they actively prioritize sustainable and preferred materials in their product range, even going so far as to offer digital verification of material certificates.

Facility Verification and Services

This dimension evaluates the openness and commitment of manufacturers regarding their facility's conditions and services. It covers a spectrum, from providing no facility details at all to showcasing comprehensive third-party audits, ensuring transparency in worker welfare and showcasing a clear commitment to maintaining top-tier facility services.

Readiness to Contract

Before entering a partnership, it's pivotal to understand a manufacturer's business legitimacy. The Sustainable Manufacturers Benchmark® checks for the presence and verification of essential documents, ranging from basic business licenses to comprehensive documentation, client testimonials, and even third-party attestations that verify a manufacturer's reliability and readiness to contract.

Cape Honeybush Tea

South Africa

Learn More About This Company

How our Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark® Works?

By CommonShare

The Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark is a comprehensive framework designed to evaluate and rate manufacturers based on their commitment to sustainability, digital integration, readiness for contracting, material sourcing, and facility standards. It provides a clear, standardized metric for assessing manufacturers in a B2B environment, helping businesses make informed decisions aligned with their sustainability objectives. The benchmark covers crucial areas like end-to-end traceability, the digital verification of supply tiers, utilization of preferred materials, and verified social audits for facilities. By incorporating both depth and granularity across its criteria, the benchmark not only promotes transparency but also encourages continuous improvement in responsible manufacturing practices.