Fresh seabream imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
Israel imported $43.6 million of fresh seabream in 2024 (5.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 110 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 46% on 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
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $43.6M | 5.9K t |
| 2023 | $29.9M | 4.8K t |
| 2022 | $28.8M | 4.7K t |
| 2021 | $26.1M | 4.5K t |
| 2020 | $19.7M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $17.9M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $20.4M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $23.3M | 4.3K t |
Where Israel imports fresh seabream from
One supplier dominates: Cyprus accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Greece grew fastest (+240% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cyprus | $27.3M | 63% |
| Greece | $11.6M | 27% |
| Turkey | $4.6M | 11% |
| Senegal | $57K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $5K | 0% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4K | 0% |
| Bulgaria | $4K | 0% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.45 per kg, close to the world average of $6.57.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fresh seabream exports from Israel
In 2024, Israel exported fresh seabream worth $322 thousand (31 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Norway accounted for 81% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $261K | 81% |
| Cyprus | $61K | 19% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel fresh seabream imports (HS 0302.85): 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 0302.85: Fish: fresh or chilled, seabream (Sparidae), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh seabream imported by Israel?
Israel imported fresh seabream worth $43.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 110 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh seabream to Israel?
Cyprus was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($27.3 million), followed by Greece (27%) and Turkey (11%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Greece grew fastest among the top ten, up 240% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh seabream per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.45 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $6.57 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of fresh seabream to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.3 million in 2017 to $43.6 million in 2024, an increase of 87%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $26.2 million a year.
Does Israel also export fresh seabream?
Yes. Israel exported $322 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Norway and Cyprus. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $43.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh seabream?
The HS code for fresh seabream is subheading 0302.85. It sits in HS chapter 03 (fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0302 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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