This is a best prospect industry sector for this country. Includes a market overview and trade data.
Last Published: 8/6/2019

Overview

An increasing number of Cambodia’s urban residents are willing to pay for quality products.  Cambodia’s emerging middle class also increasingly demands higher levels of comfort and convenience.  Anecdotal evidence from shopping mall outlets indicates a growing demand for new and innovative products to increase the quality of life for Cambodians.

Imports Items

2016

2017

2018

Electrical equipment

610,289

1,111,174

1,169,459

Ceramic products

103,458

195,207

197,850

Furniture, bedding, mattresses, mattress support, cushions, and similar stuffed furnishings

94,503

106,324

114,887

 Glass and glassware

38,757

46,438

54,778


















Unit: Unit: USD thousands
Data Source:  International Trade Center, List of Products Imported by Cambodia
Note:  Data is based on partner reported data (Mirror data).
 

Leading Sub-Sectors

Numerous American food and consumer products, from condiments to cleansers, are available in Phnom Penh’s expanding number of supermarkets.  Kohler Sanitary Wares and Do It Best Corp. officially opened retail outlets in December 2014 and January 2015, respectively, in Phnom Penh.  Ashley Furniture opened in 2017.  U.S. market chain Circle K also opened in Phnom Penh in early 2018, and has expanded to include several locations around the city.  Because of Cambodia’s tropical climate, there is significant demand for air conditioning equipment, and several U.S. brands are available in Cambodia.  The most popular models are split units with remote control features. Very few buildings have central air conditioning, but there is a market for industrial-scale equipment in Cambodia’s garment and footwear industries.  High electricity and fuel costs mean that energy efficiency is a strong selling point for any type of appliance in Cambodia.
 

Opportunities

Domestic water purification equipment, refrigerators, washing machines, air conditioning equipment, and energy-efficient household appliances are all in demand. There is an increasing appetite for luxury consumer goods including home furnishings among those with sufficient disposable income.
 

Web Resources

Aeon Mall
Lucky Market Group
Sorya Center Point
Sovanna Shopping Center
 

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