Fully automatic washing machines (small) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fully automatic washing machines (small) by South Africa reached $32.1 million in 2024 (10.6 thousand tonnes). That is 10% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $49.8 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 | $32.1M | 10.6K t |
| 2023 | $29.2M | 7.8K t |
| 2022 | $31.2M | 8.8K t |
| 2021 | $37.0M | 10.8K t |
| 2020 | $26.8M | 8.1K t |
| 2019 | $44.1M | 13.5K t |
| 2018 | $47.0M | 13.7K t |
| 2017 | $49.8M | 14.7K t |
Where South Africa imports fully automatic washing machines (small) from
The largest suppliers were China (47%), Turkey (44%), Vietnam (3%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+177% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.2M | 47% |
| Turkey | $14.1M | 44% |
| Vietnam | $828K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $493K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $369K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $265K | 0.8% |
| South Korea | $259K | 0.8% |
| United States | $259K | 0.8% |
| Slovenia | $115K | 0.4% |
| Thailand | $92K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.03 per kg, close to the world average of $3.65.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fully automatic washing machines (small) exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $5.0 million of fully automatic washing machines (small) in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Botswana (41%), Namibia (18%), Eswatini (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Eswatini grew fastest (+192% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $2.1M | 41% |
| Namibia | $891K | 18% |
| Eswatini | $507K | 10% |
| Lesotho | $434K | 8.6% |
| Zambia | $333K | 6.6% |
| Mozambique | $232K | 4.6% |
| Malawi | $126K | 2.5% |
| DR Congo | $116K | 2.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $96K | 1.9% |
| Seychelles | $43K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa fully automatic washing machines (small) imports (HS 8450.11): 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 8450.11: Washing machines: household or laundry-type, fully-automatic, (of a dry linen capacity not exceeding 10kg).
Common questions
What is the value of fully automatic washing machines (small) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported fully automatic washing machines (small) worth $32.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply fully automatic washing machines (small) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($15.2 million), followed by Turkey (44%) and Vietnam (3%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 196% on the year.
What is the average import price of fully automatic washing machines (small) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.03 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $3.65 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of fully automatic washing machines (small) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $49.8 million in 2017 to $32.1 million in 2024, a fall of 35%. The peak was 2017 at $49.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $37.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export fully automatic washing machines (small)?
Yes. South Africa exported $5.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $27.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for fully automatic washing machines (small)?
The HS code for fully automatic washing machines (small) is subheading 8450.11. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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