Large capacity washing machines imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $59.2 million of large capacity washing machines in 2024 (13.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 9% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $59.2M | 13.1K t |
| 2023 | $54.4M | 8.2K t |
| 2022 | $50.9M | 7.2K t |
| 2021 | $49.1M | 8.0K t |
| 2020 | $39.7M | 7.7K t |
| 2019 | $31.5M | 4.9K t |
| 2018 | $44.5M | 5.6K t |
| 2017 | $28.4M | 4.2K t |
Where South Africa imports large capacity washing machines from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $31.9M | 54% |
| Thailand | $14.7M | 25% |
| United States | $4.2M | 7.1% |
| Spain | $3.1M | 5.3% |
| Czech Republic | $1.4M | 2.3% |
| Vietnam | $942K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $761K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $680K | 1.2% |
| South Korea | $572K | 1% |
| Italy | $476K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.52 per kg, close to the world average of $5.40.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Large capacity washing machines exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported large capacity washing machines worth $4.8 million (856 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Botswana (32%), Namibia (28%), Zambia (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+236% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $1.5M | 32% |
| Namibia | $1.3M | 28% |
| Zambia | $321K | 6.7% |
| Eswatini | $293K | 6.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $286K | 6% |
| Lesotho | $244K | 5.1% |
| Mozambique | $152K | 3.2% |
| Tanzania | $117K | 2.4% |
| Angola | $87K | 1.8% |
| DR Congo | $77K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa 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 South Africa?
South Africa imported large capacity washing machines worth $59.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 215 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply large capacity washing machines to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($31.9 million), followed by Thailand (25%) and the United States (7%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 136% on the year.
What is the average import price of large capacity washing machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.52 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $5.40 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of large capacity washing machines to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.4 million in 2017 to $59.2 million in 2024, an increase of 109%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $44.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also export large capacity washing machines?
Yes. South Africa exported $4.8 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 $54.5 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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