Caviar imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of caviar by Israel reached $3.3 million in 2024 (11 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 11% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.3M | 11 t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 8 t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 6 t |
| 2021 | $2.3M | 7 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 6 t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 7 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 6 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 15 t |
Where Israel imports caviar from
The largest suppliers were United States (43%), Belarus (32%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+240% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.4M | 43% |
| Belarus | $1.1M | 32% |
| China | $369K | 11% |
| Germany | $225K | 6.7% |
| Italy | $139K | 4.2% |
| Ukraine | $55K | 1.6% |
| Moldova | $49K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $301.47 per kg, 68% above the world average of $179.19. 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.
Caviar exports from Israel
In 2024, Israel exported caviar worth $856 thousand (2 tonnes). Most of it went to United States (45%), France (31%), Germany (9%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+248% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $387K | 45% |
| France | $265K | 31% |
| Germany | $74K | 8.6% |
| Japan | $62K | 7.2% |
| Canada | $25K | 2.9% |
| Switzerland | $25K | 2.9% |
| Singapore | $14K | 1.7% |
| Norway | $5K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel caviar imports (HS 1604.31): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 1604.31: Fish preparations: caviar.
Common questions
What is the value of caviar imported by Israel?
Israel imported caviar worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11 tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 135 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply caviar to Israel?
The United States was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Belarus (32%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 240% on the year.
What is the average import price of caviar per kg?
The average declared import value was about $301.47 per kg in 2024, 68% above the world average of $179.19 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of caviar to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 88%. The peak was 2023 at $3.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
Does Israel also export caviar?
Yes. Israel exported $856 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, France and Germany. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for caviar?
The HS code for caviar is subheading 1604.31. It sits in HS chapter 16 (meat, fish, crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, or insects; preparations thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1604 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX rebuilds Israel trade from the customs records of its trading partners, so the companies shipping to and from it are visible. Ask for a live look at your product.
Same product, other countries
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.