Household refrigerators exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of household refrigerators by South Africa reached $10.8 million in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). That is 50% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $7.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $9.3M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $7.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $10.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $10.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $11.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $11.5M | 2.4K t |
Where South Africa exports household refrigerators to
The largest buyer markets were Botswana (33%), Zimbabwe (19%), Zambia (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Mauritius grew fastest (+472% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $3.5M | 33% |
| Zimbabwe | $2.1M | 19% |
| Zambia | $1.8M | 17% |
| Namibia | $844K | 7.8% |
| Malawi | $645K | 6% |
| Mozambique | $460K | 4.3% |
| Mauritius | $377K | 3.5% |
| Lesotho | $335K | 3.1% |
| United States | $150K | 1.4% |
| Eswatini | $117K | 1.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.38 per kg, close to the world average of $5.14.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Household refrigerators imports to South Africa
Imports of household refrigerators by South Africa reached $9.6 million in 2024 (4.8 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (45%), Italy (19%), Germany (13%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+89% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.3M | 45% |
| Italy | $1.9M | 20% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 13% |
| Turkey | $825K | 8.6% |
| Poland | $630K | 6.6% |
| Spain | $171K | 1.8% |
| Romania | $148K | 1.5% |
| Vietnam | $148K | 1.5% |
| Thailand | $143K | 1.5% |
| Bulgaria | $46K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa household refrigerators exports (HS 8418.21): 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 8418.21: Refrigerators: for household use, compression-type, electric or other.
Common questions
What is the value of household refrigerators exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported household refrigerators worth $10.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 148 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 50% on 2023.
Which countries buy household refrigerators from South Africa?
Botswana was the largest buyer with 33% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by Zimbabwe (19%) and Zambia (17%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 44 buyer countries in total. Mauritius grew fastest among the top ten, up 472% on the year.
What is the average export price of household refrigerators per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.38 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $5.14 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of household refrigerators from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.5 million in 2017 to $10.8 million in 2024, a fall of 6%. The peak was 2018 at $11.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also import household refrigerators?
Yes. South Africa imported $9.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Italy and Germany. That compares with exports of $10.8 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for household refrigerators?
The HS code for household refrigerators is subheading 8418.21. 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 8418 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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