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South Africa: Market for Household Washing and Drying Machines 2025

Market Size for Household Washing and Drying Machines in South Africa

In 2021, the South African washing and drying machine market was finally on the rise to reach $X after three years of decline. In general, consumption, however, showed a perceptible setback. Washing and drying machine consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Household Washing and Drying Machines

Exports from South Africa

In 2021, approx. X tons of household washing and drying machines were exported from South Africa; with an increase of 85% on 2020 figures. Overall, exports, however, recorded a abrupt contraction. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, washing and drying machine exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Namibia (X tons), Botswana (X tons) and Zambia (X tons) were the main destinations of washing and drying machine exports from South Africa, together accounting for 65% of total exports. These countries were followed by Mozambique, Lesotho, Malawi, Swaziland, Zimbabwe, Ghana, Uganda and Tanzania, which together accounted for a further 29%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Malawi (with a CAGR of +5.6%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest markets for washing and drying machine exported from South Africa were Namibia ($X), Botswana ($X) and Zambia ($X), together comprising 65% of total exports. Mozambique, Malawi, Zimbabwe, Lesotho, Swaziland, Ghana, Uganda and Tanzania lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 29%.

Among the main countries of destination, Malawi, with a CAGR of +10.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average washing and drying machine export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -17.9% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, posted buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 43%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2020, and then shrank significantly in the following year.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major external markets. In 2021, the highest price was recorded for prices to Zimbabwe ($X per ton) and Malawi ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Ghana ($X per ton) and Lesotho ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Botswana (+12.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Household Washing and Drying Machines

Imports into South Africa

In 2021, overseas purchases of household washing and drying machines increased by 38% to X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a abrupt setback. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, washing and drying machine imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, recorded a noticeable decrease. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Turkey (X tons), China (X tons) and Italy (X tons) were the main suppliers of washing and drying machine imports to South Africa, with a combined 88% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Poland, Ukraine, South Korea, the United States and Thailand, which together accounted for a further 8.1%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Ukraine (with a CAGR of +362.5%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Turkey ($X), China ($X) and Poland ($X) constituted the largest washing and drying machine suppliers to South Africa, with a combined 85% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Italy, Ukraine, South Korea, the United States and Thailand, which together accounted for a further 9.1%.

Among the main suppliers, Ukraine, with a CAGR of +383.6%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average washing and drying machine import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 3.9% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +4.9%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 16%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Ukraine ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+11.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for household washing and drying machines in the world?

The country with the largest volume of washing and drying machine consumption was China, accounting for 30% of total volume. Moreover, washing and drying machine consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 5.1% share.

What are the largest producers of household washing and drying machines in the world?

The country with the largest volume of washing and drying machine production was China, comprising approx. 41% of total volume. Moreover, washing and drying machine production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Turkey, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Poland, with a 6.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of household washing and drying machines to South Africa?

In value terms, China, Turkey and Poland appeared to be the largest washing and drying machine suppliers to South Africa, with a combined 89% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of household washing and drying machines from South Africa?

In value terms, Botswana, Namibia and Zambia appeared to be the largest markets for washing and drying machine exported from South Africa worldwide, together comprising 62% of total exports.

What is the average export price for household washing and drying machines in South Africa?

In 2020, the average washing and drying machine export price amounted to $5,914 per ton, rising by 59% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for household washing and drying machines in South Africa?

The average washing and drying machine import price stood at $3,764 per ton in 2020, growing by 7.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for washing and drying machine in South Africa. 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 27511300 - Cloth washing and drying machines, of the household type

Country coverage:

South Africa

Data coverage:

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

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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. 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. 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. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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