Semi-automatic washing machines (small) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported semi-automatic washing machines (small) worth $2.1 million (426 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $2.7 million.
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 | $2.1M | 426 t |
| 2023 | $2.2M | 448 t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 401 t |
| 2021 | $1.9M | 518 t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 262 t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 547 t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 526 t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 426 t |
Where South Africa exports semi-automatic washing machines (small) to
The largest buyer markets were Namibia (39%), Botswana (35%), Eswatini (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Eswatini grew fastest (+215% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $841K | 39% |
| Botswana | $745K | 35% |
| Eswatini | $120K | 5.6% |
| Malawi | $69K | 3.2% |
| DR Congo | $66K | 3.1% |
| Zambia | $62K | 2.9% |
| Mozambique | $57K | 2.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $46K | 2.1% |
| Seychelles | $41K | 1.9% |
| Lesotho | $36K | 1.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.01 per kg, close to the world average of $4.58.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Semi-automatic washing machines (small) imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $468 thousand of semi-automatic washing machines (small) in 2024 (17 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 88% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $410K | 88% |
| Italy | $56K | 12% |
| United States | $1K | 0.2% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0.1% |
| Lesotho | $0K | 0.1% |
| Mozambique | $0K | 0% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
| Sweden | $0K | 0% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa semi-automatic washing machines (small) exports (HS 8450.19): 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 8450.19: Washing machines: household or laundry-type, not fully-automatic, without built-in centrifugal drier, of a dry linen capacity not exceeding 10kg.
Common questions
What is the value of semi-automatic washing machines (small) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported semi-automatic washing machines (small) worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 426 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 129 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries buy semi-automatic washing machines (small) from South Africa?
Namibia was the largest buyer with 39% of the value ($841 thousand), followed by Botswana (35%) and Eswatini (6%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 24 buyer countries in total. Eswatini grew fastest among the top ten, up 215% on the year.
What is the average export price of semi-automatic washing machines (small) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.01 per kg in 2024, 9% above the world average of $4.58 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of semi-automatic washing machines (small) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, a fall of 15%. The peak was 2018 at $2.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also import semi-automatic washing machines (small)?
Yes. South Africa imported $468 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Italy and the United States. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for semi-automatic washing machines (small)?
The HS code for semi-automatic washing machines (small) is subheading 8450.19. 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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