Should you import fully assembled gas stoves or CKD kits? The answer can change your profit per container by a wide margin. Here is a clear comparison to help you decide.
Most countries tax complete gas stoves at a high rate to protect local industry. CKD parts, in contrast, often enter at a much lower duty rate — sometimes near zero under local-manufacturing incentive schemes. This tariff gap alone can make CKD dramatically cheaper on a per-stove basis.
A fully assembled gas stove is mostly empty space — a large box around a stove. CKD kits pack flat and dense, so a single container holds far more stoves-worth of parts. Lower freight per unit, lower total cost.
CKD lets you import in stages and assemble to match demand, rather than committing to a full container of finished stoves that must sell immediately. This reduces inventory risk and improves cash flow.
Fully assembled imports make you a reseller. CKD makes you a local manufacturer — eligible for government incentives, able to market "locally made" quality, and positioned to grow into full local production.
If your market has low tariffs and high labor costs, fully assembled may be simpler. If tariffs are high and labor is affordable, CKD is the clear winner. THREEMI supplies both — fully assembled stoves and complete CKD kits with assembly guidance — so you can choose the model that fits your market.
THREEMI is the export brand of Shenzhen Sanmi Manufacturing Co., Ltd., a professional gas stove and kitchen appliance factory in Guangdong, China. With 400+ employees, a 20,000㎡ production facility, and an annual output of 3 million units, we serve wholesalers, distributors, brand owners, and e-commerce sellers in over 30 countries. Our factory is certified ISO9001, CCC, CE, UL, GS, ETL, NF, and SASO.
We supply complete gas stove CKD (Complete Knock Down) kits, plus assembly guidance, worker training support, and equipment purchasing advice — so you can build a reliable local manufacturing operation. Contact us to plan your CKD program.
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