Blue cheese imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Israel imported blue cheese worth $3.0 million (288 tonnes). That is 27% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average.
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 | $3.0M | 288 t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 222 t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 265 t |
| 2021 | $1.9M | 219 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 222 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 178 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 153 t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 128 t |
Where Israel imports blue cheese from
Most of the value came from France (42%), Denmark (19%), Germany (17%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+277% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.3M | 42% |
| Denmark | $586K | 19% |
| Germany | $509K | 17% |
| Italy | $203K | 6.7% |
| Netherlands | $202K | 6.7% |
| Spain | $155K | 5.1% |
| United Kingdom | $57K | 1.9% |
| Poland | $45K | 1.5% |
| Belgium | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.49 per kg, 31% above the world average of $7.99. 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 blue cheese imports (HS 0406.40): 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 0406.40: Dairy produce: cheese, blue-veined and other cheese containing veins produced by Penicillium roqueforti (not grated, powdered or processed).
Common questions
What is the value of blue cheese imported by Israel?
Israel imported blue cheese worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 288 tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 197 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply blue cheese to Israel?
France was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Denmark (19%) and Germany (17%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 277% on the year.
What is the average import price of blue cheese per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.49 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $7.99 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of blue cheese to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, an increase of 165%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for blue cheese?
The HS code for blue cheese is subheading 0406.40. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0406 page.
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