Melon seeds exports from Israel: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of melon seeds by Israel reached $5.1 million in 2024 (19 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 13% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $8.8 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 | $5.1M | 19 t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 13 t |
| 2022 | $5.2M | 20 t |
| 2021 | $8.5M | 20 t |
| 2020 | $6.4M | 13 t |
| 2019 | $8.8M | 8 t |
| 2018 | $7.5M | 9 t |
| 2017 | $7.1M | 14 t |
Where Israel exports melon seeds to
Most of it went to United States (39%), Honduras (19%), Netherlands (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Brazil grew fastest (+178% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.0M | 39% |
| Honduras | $985K | 19% |
| Netherlands | $538K | 11% |
| Brazil | $536K | 11% |
| Guatemala | $270K | 5.3% |
| Spain | $217K | 4.3% |
| Russia | $98K | 1.9% |
| South Africa | $83K | 1.6% |
| Ukraine | $59K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $51K | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $264.92 per kg, 5074% above the world average of $5.12. 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.
Melon seeds imports to Israel
Imports of melon seeds by Israel reached $2.0 million in 2024 (11 tonnes). Most of the value came from China (25%), Thailand (17%), Germany (14%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+598% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $497K | 25% |
| Thailand | $334K | 17% |
| Germany | $286K | 14% |
| Netherlands | $269K | 14% |
| India | $185K | 9.3% |
| Peru | $179K | 9% |
| France | $98K | 4.9% |
| United States | $88K | 4.4% |
| Spain | $24K | 1.2% |
| Hungary | $23K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel melon seeds exports (HS 1207.70): 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 1207.70: Oil seeds: melon seeds, whether or not broken.
Common questions
What is the value of melon seeds exported by Israel?
Israel exported melon seeds worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19 tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 98 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries buy melon seeds from Israel?
The United States was the largest buyer with 39% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Honduras (19%) and the Netherlands (11%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 33 buyer countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 178% on the year.
What is the average export price of melon seeds per kg?
The average declared export value was about $264.92 per kg in 2024, 5074% above the world average of $5.12 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of melon seeds from Israel changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.1 million in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024, a fall of 28%. The peak was 2019 at $8.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.8 million a year.
Does Israel also import melon seeds?
Yes. Israel imported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Thailand and Germany. On balance Israel is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for melon seeds?
The HS code for melon seeds is subheading 1207.70. It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1207 page.
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