Machine cutting blades exports from Israel: data, top buyers and prices
Israel exported $15.2 million of machine cutting blades in 2024 (152 tonnes). That is 19% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $81.6 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 | $15.2M | 152 t |
| 2023 | $18.9M | 167 t |
| 2022 | $19.8M | 188 t |
| 2021 | $81.6M | 405 t |
| 2020 | $16.8M | 329 t |
| 2019 | $15.6M | 332 t |
| 2018 | $79.1M | 390 t |
| 2017 | $16.4M | 376 t |
Where Israel exports machine cutting blades to
The largest buyer markets were Taiwan (29%), United States (29%), Germany (9%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $4.5M | 30% |
| United States | $4.5M | 29% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 8.9% |
| China | $718K | 4.7% |
| Russia | $649K | 4.3% |
| Thailand | $384K | 2.5% |
| Poland | $246K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $216K | 1.4% |
| Mexico | $175K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $169K | 1.1% |
Product types under HS 8208
| 8208.90 | Tools: knives and cutting blades, for machines or mechanical appliances, n.e.c. in heading no. 8208 | 56% |
| 8208.10 | Tools: knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances, for metal working | 23% |
| 8208.20 | Tools: knives and cutting blades, for wood working machines or mechanical appliances | 18% |
| 8208.30 | Tools: knives and cutting blades, for kitchen appliances or for machines used by the food industry | 2.6% |
| 8208.40 | Tools: knives and cutting blades, for agricultural, horticultural or forestry machines or mechanical appliances | 0.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8208.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $100.37 per kg, 373% above the world average of $21.21. 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.
Machine cutting blades imports to Israel
Imports of machine cutting blades by Israel reached $11.4 million in 2024 (220 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Germany (29%), China (10%), United States (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.3M | 29% |
| China | $1.1M | 9.9% |
| United States | $995K | 8.8% |
| Italy | $784K | 6.9% |
| France | $650K | 5.7% |
| Netherlands | $554K | 4.9% |
| United Kingdom | $475K | 4.2% |
| Switzerland | $453K | 4% |
| Belgium | $429K | 3.8% |
| Japan | $349K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
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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 8208: Knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances.
Common questions
What is the value of machine cutting blades exported by Israel?
Israel exported machine cutting blades worth $15.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 152 tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 179 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy machine cutting blades from Israel?
Taiwan was the largest buyer with 29% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by the United States (29%) and Germany (9%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 77 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 48% on the year.
What is the average export price of machine cutting blades per kg?
The average declared export value was about $100.37 per kg in 2024, 373% above the world average of $21.21 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of machine cutting blades from Israel changed since 2017?
Exports went from $16.4 million in 2017 to $15.2 million in 2024, a fall of 7%. The peak was 2021 at $81.6 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Israel also import machine cutting blades?
Yes. Israel imported $11.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, China and the United States. On balance Israel is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for machine cutting blades?
The HS code for machine cutting blades is heading 8208. In Israel the largest six-digit codes were 8208.90 (56% of the value) and 8208.10 (23%). It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8208 page.
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