About us

Studex® is recognized as the leader in ear piercing systems
and allergy-free fashion earrings for consumers of all ages.
Through the participation and care of the American Piercing Systems (PTY) Ltd. members, clients will receive an outstanding product delivered with a superior attention to service.​

Studex® is recognized as the leader in ear piercing systems and allergy-free fashion earrings for consumers of all ages. As the world’s largest manufacturer of ear piercing instruments, studs, and supplies we uphold an uncompromising commitment to quality and service that has lasted for over forty years. We make an extensive range of piercing systems and medical-grade studs to satisfy the needs of clients globally. State-of-the-art manufacturing and packaging capabilities enable us to produce a plethora of eye-catching styles for key demographics within the ear piercing and allergy-free earring categories. Our production capacity is beyond compare, and Studex is constantly expanding to supply the needs of a growing international demand. We meet this demand with over thirty-one offices around the world on six continents. Finally, Studex® adheres to the most rigorous health and safety standards for our products. As a result, all Studex® sterilized ear piercing studs meet or exceed U.S. Food & Drug Administration regulations and European Commission standards.

“For over five decades, Studex® has produced the world’s most advanced ear piercing systems, piercing aftercare and hypoallergenic earrings. Our commitment has always been to provide safe and gentle products for people with sensitive ears of any age.

Our safe and gentle nature is also seen through our sensitivity to earth. Studex® and its employees are committed to efficient manufacturing procedures to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions on the earth. Every employee at Studex® shares a stake in the reduction of energy used to produce our products. Every department is challenged with the search for solutions that reduce energy consumption, conserve raw materials, and recycle material waste. As with most innovations

seen in our industry, Studex® is at the forefront, leading the way with more efficient production and packaging technologies. In the future we will continue to deliver the safest ear piercing systems, hypoallergenic earrings and aftercare products that are gentle to ears and gentle to earth.”

Our Mission

American Piercing Systems (PTY) Ltd. has the distinction of being the exclusive importer of genuine STUDEX® products. Established in 2000, we currently service the whole of Southern Africa with Studex® products. Exclusive importers of STUDEX® products for Southern Africa including Seychelles, Mauritius & Madagascar.

Our Pledge

We believe that our success as an organization depends foremost on the success of our clients. Therefore, in order to ensure their success we pledge to consistently provide a high quality product at a competitive price delivered in a timely manner, ensuring that the product meets their clientele’s needs. Moreover, given the fact that repetitive sales are essential to our business, we further pledge to grow such sales by ensuring constant consumer awareness of our product as the first healthy, high fashion choice.

PROUDLY SUPPORTING

Foundation for Children with Hearing Loss in Southern Africa

The Foundation focuses on changing the lives of children and adults with hearing disabilities by embracing 2 main projects.

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PROUDLY SUPPORTING

Foundation for Children with Hearing Loss in Southern Africa

The Foundation focuses on changing the lives of children and adults with hearing disabilities by embracing 2 main projects.

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