Household dishwashers imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported household dishwashers worth $17.3 million (3.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 12% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $23.9 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 | $17.3M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $15.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $22.2M | 3.6K t |
| 2021 | $23.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2020 | $14.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $17.2M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $18.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $15.3M | 2.9K t |
Where South Africa imports household dishwashers from
One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $10.2M | 59% |
| South Korea | $2.5M | 15% |
| China | $2.1M | 12% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 6.5% |
| Italy | $835K | 4.8% |
| Poland | $256K | 1.5% |
| Czech Republic | $104K | 0.6% |
| Thailand | $74K | 0.4% |
| France | $30K | 0.2% |
| United States | $19K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.76 per kg, 26% below the world average of $6.41, 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.
Household dishwashers exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $1.0 million of household dishwashers in 2024 (158 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Botswana (35%), Namibia (24%), Zambia (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Lesotho grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $360K | 35% |
| Namibia | $252K | 24% |
| Zambia | $81K | 7.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $77K | 7.4% |
| Mozambique | $74K | 7.1% |
| Lesotho | $25K | 2.4% |
| Eswatini | $25K | 2.4% |
| Mauritius | $25K | 2.4% |
| Nigeria | $22K | 2.1% |
| Gabon | $21K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa household dishwashers imports (HS 8422.11): 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 8422.11: Dish washing machines: of the household type.
Common questions
What is the value of household dishwashers imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported household dishwashers worth $17.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply household dishwashers to South Africa?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($10.2 million), followed by South Korea (15%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 308% on the year.
What is the average import price of household dishwashers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.76 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $6.41 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of household dishwashers to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.3 million in 2017 to $17.3 million in 2024, an increase of 13%. The peak was 2021 at $23.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.0 million a year.
Does South Africa also export household dishwashers?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $16.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for household dishwashers?
The HS code for household dishwashers is subheading 8422.11. 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 8422 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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