Abrasive cloth imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
Israel imported $14.0 million of abrasive cloth in 2024 (852 tonnes). Value fell 8% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $18.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14.0M | 852 t |
| 2023 | $15.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $18.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $18.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $15.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $15.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $18.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $16.6M | 1.7K t |
Where Israel imports abrasive cloth from
The largest suppliers were Germany (20%), China (18%), United States (14%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+179% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.8M | 20% |
| China | $2.6M | 18% |
| United States | $1.9M | 14% |
| Switzerland | $1.5M | 11% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 8.9% |
| South Korea | $1.1M | 8.1% |
| Turkey | $435K | 3.1% |
| France | $323K | 2.3% |
| Hong Kong | $221K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $212K | 1.5% |
Product types under HS 6805
| 6805.30 | Abrasive powder or grain: natural or artificial, on a base of materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6805, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise… | 53% |
| 6805.20 | Abrasive powder or grain: natural or artificial, on a base of paper or paperboard only, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up | 30% |
| 6805.10 | Abrasive powder or grain: natural or artificial, on a base of woven textile fabric only, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up | 18% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6805.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.48 per kg, 64% above the world average of $10.07. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Abrasive cloth exports from Israel
In 2024, Israel exported abrasive cloth worth $2.9 million (153 tonnes). Hong Kong alone took 61% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $1.7M | 61% |
| India | $914K | 32% |
| Australia | $43K | 1.5% |
| Canada | $18K | 0.6% |
| Mexico | $18K | 0.6% |
| Sri Lanka | $18K | 0.6% |
| France | $16K | 0.6% |
| Hungary | $13K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $11K | 0.4% |
| United States | $11K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 6805: Abrasive powder or grain; natural or artificial, on a base of textile material, of paper, paperboard or of other material, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up.
Common questions
What is the value of abrasive cloth imported by Israel?
Israel imported abrasive cloth worth $14.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 852 tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply abrasive cloth to Israel?
Germany was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by China (18%) and the United States (14%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 179% on the year.
What is the average import price of abrasive cloth per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.48 per kg in 2024, 64% above the world average of $10.07 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of abrasive cloth to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.6 million in 2017 to $14.0 million in 2024, a fall of 16%. The peak was 2021 at $18.5 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Israel also export abrasive cloth?
Yes. Israel exported $2.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, India and Australia. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $11.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for abrasive cloth?
The HS code for abrasive cloth is heading 6805. In Israel the largest six-digit codes were 6805.30 (53% of the value) and 6805.20 (30%). It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6805 page.
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