Refrigerator imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Angola imported refrigerator worth $44.3 million (10.1 thousand tonnes). That is 37% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $88.6 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $44.3M | 10.1K t |
| 2023 | $70.0M | 12.4K t |
| 2022 | $81.6M | 28.8K t |
| 2021 | $50.3M | 9.4K t |
| 2020 | $38.6M | 7.3K t |
| 2019 | $77.0M | 16.4K t |
| 2018 | $88.6M | 30.8K t |
| 2017 | $53.7M | 9.5K t |
Where Angola imports refrigerator from
Most of the value came from China (48%), Portugal (24%), South Africa (6%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $21.1M | 48% |
| Portugal | $10.7M | 24% |
| South Africa | $2.5M | 5.7% |
| Denmark | $2.0M | 4.5% |
| Turkey | $2.0M | 4.5% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 2.3% |
| France | $933K | 2.1% |
| Lebanon | $815K | 1.8% |
| United States | $447K | 1% |
| Germany | $401K | 0.9% |
Product types under HS 8418
| 8418.69 | Refrigeration equipment (other) | 38% |
| 8418.30 | Chest freezers | 16% |
| 8418.99 | Refrigeration equipment parts | 12% |
| 8418.10 | Refrigerator-freezer combinations | 12% |
| 8418.50 | Display refrigeration units | 12% |
| 8418.40 | Upright freezers | 4.8% |
| 8418.29 | Household refrigerators (other) | 2.2% |
| 8418.91 | Refrigeration furniture and housings | 1.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8418.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.37 per kg, 39% below the world average of $7.19, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Refrigerator exports from Angola
Angola exported $285 thousand of refrigerator in 2024 (324 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were DR Congo (43%), United States (24%), Namibia (12%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+269% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $122K | 43% |
| United States | $67K | 24% |
| Namibia | $35K | 12% |
| Cuba | $16K | 5.6% |
| Republic of the Congo | $11K | 4% |
| Zambia | $6K | 2.2% |
| Sao Tome and Principe | $4K | 1.6% |
| South Africa | $4K | 1.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3K | 1.1% |
| Portugal | $3K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola refrigerator imports (HS 8418): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 8418: Refrigerators, freezers and other refrigerating or freezing equipment, electric or other; heat pumps other than air conditioning machines of heading no. 8415.
Common questions
What is the value of refrigerator imported by Angola?
Angola imported refrigerator worth $44.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 106th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply refrigerator to Angola?
China was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($21.1 million), followed by Portugal (24%) and South Africa (6%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 66 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 49% on the year.
What is the average import price of refrigerator per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.37 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $7.19 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of refrigerator to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $53.7 million in 2017 to $44.3 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2018 at $88.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $63.0 million a year.
Does Angola also export refrigerator?
Yes. Angola exported $285 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, the United States and Namibia. On balance Angola is a net importer of this product, by about $44.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for refrigerator?
The HS code for refrigerator is heading 8418. In Angola the largest six-digit codes were 8418.69 (38% of the value) and 8418.30 (16%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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