Metal buckles imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of metal buckles by Israel reached $2.2 million in 2024 (119 tonnes). Value fell 6% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $2.2M | 119 t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 149 t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 166 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 172 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 144 t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 133 t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 132 t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 143 t |
Where Israel imports metal buckles from
China alone supplied 56% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+102% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 56% |
| Hong Kong | $158K | 7.1% |
| United States | $108K | 4.9% |
| Germany | $105K | 4.7% |
| Taiwan | $102K | 4.6% |
| Switzerland | $102K | 4.6% |
| Italy | $79K | 3.6% |
| Spain | $61K | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $60K | 2.7% |
| Austria | $50K | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.59 per kg, close to the world average of $18.84.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Metal buckles exports from Israel
Israel exported $392 thousand of metal buckles in 2024 (16 tonnes). Hong Kong alone took 62% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+291% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $242K | 62% |
| United Kingdom | $29K | 7.4% |
| United States | $27K | 6.9% |
| Ireland | $22K | 5.7% |
| Guatemala | $13K | 3.3% |
| India | $10K | 2.5% |
| Thailand | $7K | 1.8% |
| Philippines | $6K | 1.6% |
| Portugal | $5K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $4K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel metal buckles imports (HS 8308.90): 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 8308.90: Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle clasps: of base metal, of a kind used for clothing & accessories, footwear, jewellery, wrist-watches, books, awnings, leather goods, travel goods, saddlery etc, including parts.
Common questions
What is the value of metal buckles imported by Israel?
Israel imported metal buckles worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 119 tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal buckles to Israel?
China was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Hong Kong (7%) and the United States (5%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 486% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal buckles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.59 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $18.84 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of metal buckles to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, a fall of 12%. The peak was 2018 at $2.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
Does Israel also export metal buckles?
Yes. Israel exported $392 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, the United Kingdom and the United States. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal buckles?
The HS code for metal buckles is subheading 8308.90. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8308 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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