In 2013, China exported white goods for a total value of $ 21.3 billion, an increase of 3.8% on 2012. According exporter to the world is the United States, which in 2013 slightly exceeded 8 billions of dollars. Among European countries, Germany ranks first with 4.4 billion dollars followed by Italy with almost $ 4 billion. The main groups are Chinese exporters Hisense and Haier, active mainly in the refrigeration and washing.