2025 May Colombia Refrigerators and freezers (HS 8418) Export Snapshot: Sharp Decline

May Trend: Colombia Refrigerators and freezers Export

Refrigerators and freezers, classified under HS Code 8418 (Refrigerators, freezers and other refrigerating or freezing equipment, electric or other; heat pumps other than air conditioning machines of heading 8415), saw exports contract sharply in May, with value dropping 41.5% MoM to $8.69M and volume falling 40.2% to 1.86M kg. This followed a 6.9% decline in unit prices to $4.68/kg, marking the third consecutive monthly drop. The downturn aligns with the U.S. imposition of a 10% tariff on Colombian goods in early April, which likely disrupted trade flows. The sector had shown resilience in March and April with double-digit growth, but May’s plunge suggests the tariff impact is now biting.

Table: Colombia Refrigerators And Freezers Export Trend (Source: yTrade)

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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic

South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands dominate Colombia’s refrigerators and freezers exports by value (20.4%) and weight (19.7%), revealing a balanced Value-Volume Gap—suggesting stable demand for standard specifications rather than premium or bulk trade. The Dominican Republic follows closely (18.4% value, 20.4% weight), reinforcing this pattern of mid-tier market positioning. The absence of extreme gaps (Value >> Weight or vice versa) indicates a supply chain optimized for consistent, mid-range product flows, likely prioritizing cost-efficient logistics over high-margin specialization. Key Insight: Colombia’s export structure leans toward steady, volume-driven trade with secondary markets rather than premium or raw-material hubs.

Table: Colombia Refrigerators And Freezers (HS Code 8418) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)

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Colombia HS Code 8418 Breakdown & Value Logic

yTrade data reveals HS Code 8418103000 dominates Colombia's refrigerator exports, capturing 40.2% of value and 42.96% of weight, signaling a bulk-driven market for combined refrigerator-freezers. The high weight-to-value ratio suggests competitive pricing over premium positioning, with the remaining sub-codes (e.g., 8418109000 at 29.8% value) reinforcing this volume-centric trend. Colombia HS Code 8418 Export hinges on cost efficiency, as lower-priced, high-quantity units overshadow niche high-value segments like display furniture (1.6% value). This confirms a market prioritizing mass production and affordability in May 2025.

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Colombia Refrigerators And Freezers Buyers List

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did Colombia Refrigerators and freezers Export perform in May?

Exports dropped 41.53% month-on-month to $8.69M, with volume down 40.16% to 1.86M kg. Unit prices fell 2.29% to $4.68/kg.

What are the top Export partners for Colombia Refrigerators and freezers?

South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands ($1.77M), Dominican Republic ($1.60M), and Guatemala ($1.21M) were the top destinations.

Who are the major Refrigerators and freezers Buyers?

Key buyers include Distribuidora Corripio SAS ($983.69K) and Importadora Tomebamba S.A ($643.16K), indicating concentrated demand from regional distributors.

What is the specific HS Code for this trade?

The data covers HS Code 8418, with significant activity in combined refrigerator-freezers fitted with separate external doors (HS 841810).