Metal chairs imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Israel imported metal chairs worth $24.6 million (3.7 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $32.5 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 | $24.6M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $24.9M | 4.2K t |
| 2022 | $32.5M | 5.0K t |
| 2021 | $28.1M | 5.3K t |
| 2020 | $16.9M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $19.9M | 4.3K t |
| 2018 | $24.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2017 | $23.5M | 3.7K t |
Where Israel imports metal chairs from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+369% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.1M | 61% |
| Italy | $2.3M | 9.4% |
| Hong Kong | $1.5M | 6% |
| Switzerland | $1.4M | 5.7% |
| United States | $740K | 3% |
| Spain | $403K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $379K | 1.5% |
| Ireland | $284K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $273K | 1.1% |
| Singapore | $254K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.74 per kg, 38% above the world average of $4.87. 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.
Metal chairs exports from Israel
In 2024, Israel exported metal chairs worth $1.8 million (60 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Romania accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+720% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Romania | $1.4M | 80% |
| United States | $243K | 14% |
| Australia | $24K | 1.4% |
| France | $24K | 1.4% |
| Mexico | $15K | 0.9% |
| Japan | $7K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $4K | 0.2% |
| Greece | $4K | 0.2% |
| Cyprus | $4K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $3K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel metal chairs imports (HS 9401.79): 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 9401.79: Seats: with metal frames, not upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture).
Common questions
What is the value of metal chairs imported by Israel?
Israel imported metal chairs worth $24.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal chairs to Israel?
China was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($15.1 million), followed by Italy (9%) and Hong Kong (6%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 369% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal chairs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.74 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $4.87 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal chairs to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.5 million in 2017 to $24.6 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. The peak was 2022 at $32.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.4 million a year.
Does Israel also export metal chairs?
Yes. Israel exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Romania, the United States and Australia. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $22.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal chairs?
The HS code for metal chairs is subheading 9401.79. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9401 page.
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