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India: Refrigerator And Freezer Market 2025

Refrigerator And Freezer Market Size in India

The Indian refrigerator and freezer market amounted to $X in 2022, leveling off at the previous year. In general, consumption, however, showed a mild descent. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Refrigerator And Freezer Production in India

In value terms, refrigerator and freezer production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a perceptible setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Refrigerator And Freezer Exports

Exports from India

In 2022, approx. X units of refrigerators and freezers were exported from India; dropping by X% on 2021 figures. In general, exports saw a slight curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X units in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, refrigerator and freezer exports declined to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports recorded a noticeable reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Nepal (X units) was the main destination for refrigerator and freezer exports from India, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, refrigerator and freezer exports to Nepal exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the United Arab Emirates (X units), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Morocco (X units), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Nepal stood at X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United Arab Emirates (X% per year) and Morocco (X% per year).

In value terms, Nepal ($X) remains the key foreign market for refrigerators and freezers exports from India, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Morocco, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Nepal totaled X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United Arab Emirates (X% per year) and Morocco (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average refrigerator and freezer export price amounted to $X per unit, rising by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a slight decline. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Nepal ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Taiwan (Chinese) (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Refrigerator And Freezer Imports

Imports into India

In 2022, imports of refrigerators and freezers into India reached X units, leveling off at the previous year's figure. Overall, imports recorded strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, refrigerator and freezer imports contracted modestly to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X, and then fell slightly in the following year.

Imports by Country

China (X units), Indonesia (X units) and Thailand (X units) were the main suppliers of refrigerator and freezer imports to India, with a combined X% share of total imports. Bangladesh, South Korea and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Bangladesh (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), Thailand ($X) and Indonesia ($X) constituted the largest refrigerator and freezer suppliers to India, with a combined X% share of total imports. South Korea, Bangladesh and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

Bangladesh, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average refrigerator and freezer import price stood at $X per unit in 2022, falling by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a pronounced slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average import price increased by X%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per unit. From 2015 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was South Korea ($X per unit), while the price for Bangladesh ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Thailand (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 42% share of global consumption. Brazil, Japan, Pakistan, Indonesia, Turkey, France, Mexico, the UK, Thailand and Egypt lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of refrigerator and freezer production, comprising approx. 36% of total volume. Moreover, refrigerator and freezer production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 8.1% share.
In value terms, China, Thailand and Indonesia appeared to be the largest refrigerator and freezer suppliers to India, with a combined 92% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Bangladesh, Singapore and Germany, which together accounted for a further 8.4%.
In value terms, Nepal remains the key foreign market for refrigerator and freezer exports from India, comprising 61% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Sri Lanka, with a 30% share of total exports. It was followed by the United Arab Emirates, with a 19% share.
The average refrigerator and freezer export price stood at $11 per unit in 2021, shrinking by -8.2% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average refrigerator and freezer import price amounted to $13 per unit, with an increase of 31% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the refrigerator and freezer market in India. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 27511110 - Combined refrigerators-freezers, with separate external doors
  • Prodcom 27511133 - Household-type refrigerators (including compression-type, e lectrical absorption-type) (excluding built-in)
  • Prodcom 27511135 - Compression-type built-in refrigerators
  • Prodcom 27511150 - Chest freezers of a capacity . .800 litres
  • Prodcom 27511170 - Upright freezers of a capacity . .900 litres

Country coverage:

  • India

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in India
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024

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