Non-household dishwashers market in Germany

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018 to 2020, the market volume for non-household dishwashers in Germany showed mixed movements. In 2019, the volume grew to 68.4 thousand units, partly driven by the anticipation of new EU energy labeling and ecodesign regulations (EU 2019/2017 and 2019/2022) that were set to become mandatory in 2021, prompting some fleet renewals. The same year saw the publication of the DIN EN 17735 standard, further defining hygiene requirements for commercial dishwashers. However, the market contracted to 63.1 thousand units in 2020.

Between 2021 and 2023, the market experienced a gradual decline, reaching a low of 54.1 thousand units in 2023. During this period, the mandatory introduction of the A-G energy efficiency labels in March 2021 and the ongoing enforcement of EU ecodesign rules shaped product offerings. Concurrently, technological innovations entered the market, such as Meiko's M-iQ BlueFire series with AI for cycle optimization launched in late 2022 and Hobart's compact Two-Level Washer, aiming to modernize existing equipment. The high penetration of dishwashers in German households, at 74.6% in 2022, indicated a mature adjacent market.

In 2024, the market volume rebounded to 58.6 thousand units. This recovery coincided with the continued push for digitalization and connectivity in commercial dishwashers to improve operational efficiency. The market also remained under the influence of the established EU labeling and ecodesign regulations, while a market check by the German Consumer Federation (vzbv) in 2024 highlighted growing industry focus on spare parts availability and repairability.

Production non-household dishwashers in Germany

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Production of non-household dishwashers in Germany declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, output was valued at 476.2 million US dollars, marking a significant year-over-year reduction of 17.6%. Between 2017 and 2020, production decreased by 14.3%, which translates to an annualized rate of 5.0%. The peak value was recorded in 2018 at 590.3 million US dollars, with the largest increase that year reaching 6.3%.

Annual dynamics of production in Germany in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, K unit

In 2020, Germany produced 97.1 thousand units of non-household dishwashers, indicating a year-over-year fall of 19.6%. From 2017 to 2020, production decreased by 16%, equating to an annualized rate of 5.6%. The maximum volume was recorded in 2019 at 120.8 thousand units, with the largest increase that year at 4.9%.

Annual dynamics of production in Germany in kind, 2017-2020, K unit

Exports non-household dishwashers from Germany

Exports in kind, unit

After a two-year rise, the volume of non-household dishwashers exported from Germany declined. In 2020, Germany exported 62,401 units, showing a notable decline of 23.1% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, exports decreased by 15.9%, with a compound annual growth rate of -5.6%. The peak volume was recorded in 2019 at 81,115 units, with the largest increase that year at 5.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Germany in kind, 2017-2020, unit

From 2017 to 2020, the export market for non-household dishwashers in kind was diverse. The United Kingdom accounted for 17.4% of exports, France for 12.4%, and Switzerland for 7.9%, together making up 37.7% of total flows. The remaining 62.3% was distributed among numerous other countries.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Germany in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, M $ US

Exports of non-household dishwashers from Germany declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, exports amounted to 252.6 million US dollars, corresponding to a robust decrease of 20.8% compared to the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, exports decreased by 12.6%, equating to an annualized rate of 4.4%. The maximum value was recorded in 2018 at 320.0 million US dollars, with the largest increase that year at 10.7%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Germany in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

From 2017 to 2020, France, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland were the largest buyers of non-household dishwashers from Germany in value terms, accounting for 15.0%, 14.2%, and 8.5% of exports, respectively. Together, they made up 37.7% of total exports, with the rest spread across a broad range of smaller partners.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Germany in value, 2017-2020

Imports non-household dishwashers to Germany

Imports in kind, unit

After a two-year gain, the volume of non-household dishwashers imported into Germany declined. In 2020, imports registered 28,393 units, reflecting a small decrease of 1.1% year-over-year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, imports increased by 37.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of 11.2%. The peak volume was recorded in 2019 at 28,705 units, with the largest increase in 2018 at 24.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Germany in kind, 2017-2020, unit

From 2017 to 2020, Italy and Poland together captured 80.8% of total imports in kind, while the rest of the flows were thinly spread across other markets.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Germany in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, M $ US

After a two-year advance, Germany's imports of non-household dishwashers in value terms declined. In 2020, imports came to 45.6 million US dollars, down by 3.2% compared to 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, imports increased by 16.5%, with a compound annual growth rate of 5.2%. The maximum value was recorded in 2019 at 47.1 million US dollars, with the largest increase in 2018 at 11.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Germany in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Throughout 2017 to 2020, Switzerland and Italy remained the principal sources for imports in value terms, jointly taking 80.2% of total flows, while other partners each accounted for significantly smaller shares.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Germany in value, 2017-2020