Citric acid salts and esters exports from Israel: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Israel exported citric acid salts and esters worth $74.9 million (22.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 98 countries for exports of this product. That is 28% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $106.9 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $74.9M | 22.9K t |
| 2023 | $104.0M | 24.0K t |
| 2022 | $106.9M | 27.3K t |
| 2021 | $41.8M | 20.0K t |
| 2020 | $32.8M | 16.6K t |
| 2019 | $31.6M | 16.7K t |
| 2018 | $33.8M | 17.3K t |
| 2017 | $22.9M | 11.1K t |
Where Israel exports citric acid salts and esters to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 74% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $55.4M | 74% |
| Netherlands | $7.9M | 11% |
| Singapore | $2.2M | 2.9% |
| Spain | $1.3M | 1.7% |
| South Korea | $1.2M | 1.6% |
| Hungary | $800K | 1.1% |
| Thailand | $758K | 1% |
| Japan | $708K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $694K | 0.9% |
| Poland | $578K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.26 per kg, 82% above the world average of $1.79. 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.
Citric acid salts and esters imports to Israel
Imports of citric acid salts and esters by Israel reached $2.6 million in 2024 (932 tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (48%), Colombia (15%), Germany (12%). Among the main suppliers, Colombia grew fastest (+65% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 48% |
| Colombia | $383K | 15% |
| Germany | $322K | 12% |
| Netherlands | $168K | 6.5% |
| Ireland | $134K | 5.2% |
| Belgium | $117K | 4.5% |
| Canada | $82K | 3.2% |
| United States | $64K | 2.5% |
| India | $50K | 1.9% |
| Italy | $13K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel citric acid salts and esters exports (HS 2918.15): 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 2918.15: Acids: carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), salts and esters of citric acid.
Common questions
What is the value of citric acid salts and esters exported by Israel?
Israel exported citric acid salts and esters worth $74.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 98 countries worldwide, with 8% of world exports. The value was down 28% on 2023.
Which countries buy citric acid salts and esters from Israel?
The United States was the largest buyer with 74% of the value ($55.4 million), followed by the Netherlands (11%) and Singapore (3%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 53 buyer countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 70% on the year.
What is the average export price of citric acid salts and esters per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.26 per kg in 2024, 82% above the world average of $1.79 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of citric acid salts and esters from Israel changed since 2017?
Exports went from $22.9 million in 2017 to $74.9 million in 2024, an increase of 227%. The peak was 2022 at $106.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $56.1 million a year.
Does Israel also import citric acid salts and esters?
Yes. Israel imported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Colombia and Germany. On balance Israel is a net exporter of this product, by about $72.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for citric acid salts and esters?
The HS code for citric acid salts and esters is subheading 2918.15. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2918 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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