Dichloromethane imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of dichloromethane by Israel reached $3.6 million in 2024 (4.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 11% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $7.1 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 | $3.6M | 4.7K t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $7.1M | 5.3K t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 5.9K t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 4.0K t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 5.0K t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 4.5K t |
Where Israel imports dichloromethane from
The largest suppliers were Belgium (42%), Italy (28%), Germany (12%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $1.5M | 42% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 29% |
| Germany | $444K | 12% |
| France | $170K | 4.8% |
| Switzerland | $99K | 2.8% |
| China | $95K | 2.7% |
| United States | $50K | 1.4% |
| Taiwan | $42K | 1.2% |
| Hong Kong | $34K | 1% |
| Egypt | $27K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.76 per kg, close to the world average of $0.64.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Dichloromethane exports from Israel
In 2024, Israel exported dichloromethane worth $720 thousand (397 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+246% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $482K | 67% |
| Netherlands | $101K | 14% |
| France | $59K | 8.1% |
| Belgium | $22K | 3.1% |
| India | $19K | 2.7% |
| Austria | $10K | 1.4% |
| Taiwan | $10K | 1.4% |
| Morocco | $9K | 1.2% |
| Switzerland | $6K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel dichloromethane imports (HS 2903.12): 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 2903.12: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons: dichloromethane (methylene chloride).
Common questions
What is the value of dichloromethane imported by Israel?
Israel imported dichloromethane worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 171 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply dichloromethane to Israel?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Italy (28%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 130% on the year.
What is the average import price of dichloromethane per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.76 per kg in 2024, 19% above the world average of $0.64 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of dichloromethane to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024, an increase of 14%. The peak was 2022 at $7.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.1 million a year.
Does Israel also export dichloromethane?
Yes. Israel exported $720 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, the Netherlands and France. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for dichloromethane?
The HS code for dichloromethane is subheading 2903.12. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2903 page.
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