Medical needles exports from Israel: data, top buyers and prices
Israel exported $36.7 million of medical needles in 2024 (16 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 8% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% a year on average.
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 | $36.7M | 16 t |
| 2023 | $34.0M | 35 t |
| 2022 | $28.7M | 53 t |
| 2021 | $15.4M | 167 t |
| 2020 | $13.7M | 179 t |
| 2019 | $15.5M | 174 t |
| 2018 | $10.1M | 172 t |
| 2017 | $8.2M | 128 t |
Where Israel exports medical needles to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 85% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $31.1M | 85% |
| France | $986K | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $926K | 2.5% |
| Hong Kong | $808K | 2.2% |
| Spain | $592K | 1.6% |
| Singapore | $326K | 0.9% |
| Canada | $284K | 0.8% |
| Poland | $254K | 0.7% |
| Japan | $244K | 0.7% |
| Chile | $149K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2,321.42 per kg, 5827% above the world average of $39.17. 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.
Medical needles imports to Israel
Israel imported $16.9 million of medical needles in 2024 (324 tonnes). The largest suppliers were South Korea (26%), Belgium (22%), China (13%). Among the main suppliers, Hungary grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $4.3M | 26% |
| Belgium | $3.8M | 22% |
| China | $2.2M | 13% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 9.1% |
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 7.5% |
| United States | $747K | 4.4% |
| Ireland | $611K | 3.6% |
| Hungary | $307K | 1.8% |
| Sweden | $287K | 1.7% |
| Japan | $285K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel medical needles exports (HS 9018.32): 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 9018.32: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: tubular metal needles and needles for sutures.
Common questions
What is the value of medical needles exported by Israel?
Israel exported medical needles worth $36.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16 tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 129 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy medical needles from Israel?
The United States was the largest buyer with 85% of the value ($31.1 million), followed by France (3%) and the United Kingdom (3%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 46 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 558% on the year.
What is the average export price of medical needles per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2,321.42 per kg in 2024, 5827% above the world average of $39.17 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of medical needles from Israel changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.2 million in 2017 to $36.7 million in 2024, an increase of 349%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $20.3 million a year.
Does Israel also import medical needles?
Yes. Israel imported $16.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Korea, Belgium and China. On balance Israel is a net exporter of this product, by about $19.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for medical needles?
The HS code for medical needles is subheading 9018.32. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9018 page.
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