Large capacity washing machines imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported large capacity washing machines worth $21.2 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). That is 12% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $35.6 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 | $21.2M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $24.1M | 4.0K t |
| 2022 | $35.6M | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $18.0M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $21.7M | 4.1K t |
| 2019 | $27.1M | 4.2K t |
| 2018 | $26.3M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $21.8M | 2.5K t |
Where Egypt imports large capacity washing machines from
China alone supplied 53% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+85% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.1M | 53% |
| Thailand | $2.1M | 10% |
| South Korea | $1.6M | 7.5% |
| Czech Republic | $1.4M | 6.5% |
| Poland | $1.2M | 5.6% |
| Vietnam | $1.0M | 5% |
| Spain | $658K | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $540K | 2.6% |
| Italy | $489K | 2.3% |
| United States | $355K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.62 per kg, 41% above the world average of $5.40. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Large capacity washing machines exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $10.6 million of large capacity washing machines in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Iraq (19%), Tunisia (14%), Kenya (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, Yemen grew fastest (+176% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | $2.0M | 19% |
| Tunisia | $1.5M | 14% |
| Kenya | $1.4M | 14% |
| Libya | $1.1M | 10% |
| Morocco | $1.1M | 10% |
| Saudi Arabia | $701K | 6.6% |
| Uganda | $539K | 5.1% |
| Algeria | $373K | 3.5% |
| Jordan | $344K | 3.2% |
| Yemen | $243K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt large capacity washing machines imports (HS 8450.20): 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 8450.20: Washing machines: household or laundry-type, of a dry linen capacity exceeding 10kg.
Common questions
What is the value of large capacity washing machines imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported large capacity washing machines worth $21.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply large capacity washing machines to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($11.1 million), followed by Thailand (10%) and South Korea (7%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 85% on the year.
What is the average import price of large capacity washing machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.62 per kg in 2024, 41% above the world average of $5.40 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of large capacity washing machines to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.8 million in 2017 to $21.2 million in 2024, a fall of 3%. The peak was 2022 at $35.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.5 million a year.
Does Egypt also export large capacity washing machines?
Yes. Egypt exported $10.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Iraq, Tunisia and Kenya. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $10.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for large capacity washing machines?
The HS code for large capacity washing machines is subheading 8450.20. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8450 page.
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