Washing machine imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $16.0 million of washing machine in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 12% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average.
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 | $16.0M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $14.2M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $15.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $13.2M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $12.3M | 2.8K t |
| 2019 | $8.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $10.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $5.3M | 1.0K t |
Where Kenya imports washing machine from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 50% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+110% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.0M | 50% |
| Egypt | $4.3M | 27% |
| Turkey | $1.2M | 7.7% |
| Vietnam | $947K | 5.9% |
| South Korea | $427K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $175K | 1.1% |
| India | $127K | 0.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $120K | 0.8% |
| Czech Republic | $115K | 0.7% |
| Thailand | $110K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 8450
| 8450.20 | Large capacity washing machines | 34% |
| 8450.11 | Fully automatic washing machines (small) | 33% |
| 8450.19 | Semi-automatic washing machines (small) | 21% |
| 8450.12 | Washing machines with dryer (small) | 12% |
| 8450.90 | Washing machine parts | 1.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8450.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.69 per kg, close to the world average of $4.36.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Washing machine exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported washing machine worth $4.7 million (100 tonnes). South Sudan alone took 92% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Sudan | $4.3M | 92% |
| Rwanda | $207K | 4.4% |
| El Salvador | $62K | 1.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $41K | 0.9% |
| Tanzania | $29K | 0.6% |
| Uganda | $24K | 0.5% |
| Zambia | $8K | 0.2% |
| DR Congo | $4K | 0.1% |
| Seychelles | $3K | 0.1% |
| Burundi | $2K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya washing machine imports (HS 8450): 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: Household or laundry-type washing machines; including machines which both wash and dry.
Common questions
What is the value of washing machine imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported washing machine worth $16.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 99th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply washing machine to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($8.0 million), followed by Egypt (27%) and Turkey (8%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 52 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 284% on the year.
What is the average import price of washing machine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.69 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $4.36 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of washing machine to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.3 million in 2017 to $16.0 million in 2024, an increase of 200%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.8 million a year.
Does Kenya also export washing machine?
Yes. Kenya exported $4.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Sudan, Rwanda and El Salvador. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $11.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for washing machine?
The HS code for washing machine is heading 8450. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 8450.20 (34% of the value) and 8450.11 (33%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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