Light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
Israel imported $245.6 million of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes in 2024 (14.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 33% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $376.1 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 | $245.6M | 14.6K t |
| 2023 | $368.5M | 28.1K t |
| 2022 | $264.3M | 22.5K t |
| 2021 | $376.1M | 29.5K t |
| 2020 | $240.5M | 21.3K t |
| 2019 | $335.7M | 28.1K t |
| 2018 | $312.2M | 26.5K t |
| 2017 | $320.0M | 29.6K t |
Where Israel imports light diesel trucks <5 tonnes from
Most of the value came from Germany (35%), United States (26%), Thailand (12%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+168% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $84.9M | 35% |
| United States | $63.5M | 26% |
| Thailand | $29.5M | 12% |
| Italy | $23.9M | 9.7% |
| France | $14.6M | 6% |
| Spain | $7.8M | 3.2% |
| South Korea | $5.1M | 2.1% |
| Switzerland | $2.5M | 1% |
| Netherlands | $2.1M | 0.9% |
| Poland | $2.0M | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.81 per kg, 48% above the world average of $11.39. 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.
Light diesel trucks <5 tonnes exports from Israel
Exports of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes by Israel reached $560 thousand in 2024 (56 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Azerbaijan accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Jordan grew fastest (+511% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imports (HS 8704.21): 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 8704.21: Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imported by Israel?
Israel imported light diesel trucks <5 tonnes worth $245.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply light diesel trucks <5 tonnes to Israel?
Germany was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($84.9 million), followed by the United States (26%) and Thailand (12%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 168% on the year.
What is the average import price of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.81 per kg in 2024, 48% above the world average of $11.39 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $320.0 million in 2017 to $245.6 million in 2024, a fall of 23%. The peak was 2021 at $376.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $307.9 million a year.
Does Israel also export light diesel trucks <5 tonnes?
Yes. Israel exported $560 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Azerbaijan, Jordan and Germany. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $245.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for light diesel trucks <5 tonnes?
The HS code for light diesel trucks <5 tonnes is subheading 8704.21. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8704 page.
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