Fresh cheese imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fresh cheese by Israel reached $13.9 million in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 26% 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 | $13.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $13.7M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $11.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $8.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $6.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $4.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $4.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 543 t |
Where Israel imports fresh cheese from
Most of the value came from Switzerland (24%), Italy (17%), Denmark (10%). Among the main suppliers, Lithuania grew fastest (+878% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $3.3M | 24% |
| Italy | $2.4M | 17% |
| Denmark | $1.4M | 10% |
| France | $984K | 7.1% |
| Lithuania | $928K | 6.7% |
| Turkey | $833K | 6% |
| Spain | $729K | 5.2% |
| United Kingdom | $679K | 4.9% |
| Poland | $580K | 4.2% |
| United States | $563K | 4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.33 per kg, 24% above the world average of $4.31. 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.
Fresh cheese exports from Israel
Exports of fresh cheese by Israel reached $640 thousand in 2024 (84 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+402% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $421K | 66% |
| Thailand | $121K | 19% |
| Canada | $83K | 13% |
| Germany | $14K | 2.3% |
| Czech Republic | $0K | 0% |
| Luxembourg | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel fresh cheese imports (HS 0406.10): 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 0406.10: Dairy produce: fresh cheese (including whey cheese), not fermented, and curd.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh cheese imported by Israel?
Israel imported fresh cheese worth $13.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh cheese to Israel?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by Italy (17%) and Denmark (10%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Lithuania grew fastest among the top ten, up 878% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh cheese per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.33 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $4.31 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fresh cheese to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $13.9 million in 2024, an increase of 414%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.1 million a year.
Does Israel also export fresh cheese?
Yes. Israel exported $640 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Thailand and Canada. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $13.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh cheese?
The HS code for fresh cheese is subheading 0406.10. 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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