Abrasive paper imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Israel imported abrasive paper worth $4.2 million (328 tonnes). That is 5% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $6.0 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 | $4.2M | 328 t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 416 t |
| 2022 | $5.0M | 445 t |
| 2021 | $6.0M | 549 t |
| 2020 | $4.3M | 451 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 369 t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 368 t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 388 t |
Where Israel imports abrasive paper from
Most of the value came from South Korea (23%), China (23%), Germany (20%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+346% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $982K | 23% |
| China | $945K | 23% |
| Germany | $840K | 20% |
| France | $262K | 6.2% |
| Switzerland | $256K | 6.1% |
| Poland | $162K | 3.9% |
| Hong Kong | $147K | 3.5% |
| Italy | $108K | 2.6% |
| Greece | $97K | 2.3% |
| United States | $75K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.80 per kg, 56% above the world average of $8.20. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel abrasive paper imports (HS 6805.20): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 6805.20: 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.
Common questions
What is the value of abrasive paper imported by Israel?
Israel imported abrasive paper worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 328 tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply abrasive paper to Israel?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($982 thousand), followed by China (23%) and Germany (20%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 346% on the year.
What is the average import price of abrasive paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.80 per kg in 2024, 56% above the world average of $8.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of abrasive paper to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024, an increase of 8%. The peak was 2021 at $6.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for abrasive paper?
The HS code for abrasive paper is subheading 6805.20. 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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