Large capacity washing machines trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in large capacity washing machines was worth $6.00 billion in 2024, about 1.11 million tonnes. That is an increase of 53% since 2017, and up 12% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.00B | 1.11M t |
| 2023 | $5.36B | 926.8K t |
| 2022 | $4.60B | 760.6K t |
| 2021 | $4.70B | 858.1K t |
| 2020 | $3.62B | 737.7K t |
| 2019 | $3.49B | 622.0K t |
| 2018 | $3.38B | 503.6K t |
| 2017 | $3.93B | 553.2K t |
Top large capacity washing machines exporting countries
Exports are led by China (34%), Thailand (18%) and Vietnam (14%). 129 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 65%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.05B | 34% |
| Thailand | $1.07B | 18% |
| Vietnam | $814.5M | 14% |
| South Korea | $555.2M | 9.3% |
| Mexico | $383.6M | 6.4% |
| United States | $253.8M | 4.2% |
| Poland | $174.0M | 2.9% |
| Sweden | $106.6M | 1.8% |
| Czech Republic | $97.9M | 1.6% |
| Germany | $77.6M | 1.3% |
| Spain | $62.7M | 1% |
| Italy | $62.6M | 1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 27% of world imports, ahead of Mexico and Canada. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 40% across 215 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.61B | 27% |
| Mexico | $420.0M | 7% |
| Canada | $369.2M | 6.2% |
| South Korea | $293.8M | 4.9% |
| Japan | $230.5M | 3.8% |
| Brazil | $220.0M | 3.7% |
| Colombia | $174.2M | 2.9% |
| Taiwan | $166.4M | 2.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $131.7M | 2.2% |
| Peru | $115.5M | 1.9% |
| France | $107.6M | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $106.3M | 1.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $5.40 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Sweden averaged $8.83 per kg and China $4.41 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8450.20: Washing machines: household or laundry-type, of a dry linen capacity exceeding 10kg. HS 8450 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most large capacity washing machines?
China exported $2.05 billion in 2024, 34% of the world total, followed by Thailand (18%) and Vietnam (14%). In all, 129 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most large capacity washing machines?
The United States imported $1.61 billion in 2024, 27% of world imports, ahead of Mexico (7%) and Canada (6%). The top three importers together take 40%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in large capacity washing machines?
It was worth $6.00 billion in 2024, about 1.11 million tonnes. That is an increase of 53% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 129 countries reported exports and 215 reported imports.
What is the average price of large capacity washing machines per kg?
The world average declared value was about $5.40 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Sweden averaged $8.83 per kg and China $4.41 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for large capacity washing machines?
The HS code for large capacity washing machines is subheading 8450.20, in chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8450 page.
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