Metal spectacle frames imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of metal spectacle frames by Israel reached $17.5 million in 2024 (135 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 9% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $23.4 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 | $17.5M | 135 t |
| 2023 | $19.3M | 55 t |
| 2022 | $21.1M | 288 t |
| 2021 | $23.4M | 322 t |
| 2020 | $17.6M | 54 t |
| 2019 | $20.6M | 67 t |
| 2018 | $20.0M | 59 t |
| 2017 | $17.7M | 58 t |
Where Israel imports metal spectacle frames from
The largest suppliers were China (31%), Italy (27%), France (7%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+319% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.5M | 32% |
| Italy | $4.8M | 27% |
| France | $1.1M | 6.5% |
| Denmark | $1.0M | 5.8% |
| Germany | $934K | 5.3% |
| South Korea | $482K | 2.8% |
| Hong Kong | $481K | 2.8% |
| Austria | $477K | 2.7% |
| Switzerland | $466K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $455K | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $129.68 per kg, 48% below the world average of $247.25, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Metal spectacle frames exports from Israel
Israel exported $642 thousand of metal spectacle frames in 2024 (2 tonnes). Most of it went to Italy (15%), United States (15%), United Arab Emirates (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Greece grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $99K | 16% |
| United States | $94K | 15% |
| United Arab Emirates | $61K | 9.5% |
| Bulgaria | $54K | 8.4% |
| South Korea | $45K | 7% |
| Switzerland | $39K | 6.1% |
| South Africa | $39K | 6.1% |
| Greece | $38K | 5.9% |
| Cyprus | $25K | 4% |
| Singapore | $25K | 3.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel metal spectacle frames imports (HS 9003.19): 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 9003.19: Frames and mountings: for spectacles, goggles or the like, of materials other than plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of metal spectacle frames imported by Israel?
Israel imported metal spectacle frames worth $17.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 135 tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 205 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal spectacle frames to Israel?
China was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($5.5 million), followed by Italy (27%) and France (7%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 319% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal spectacle frames per kg?
The average declared import value was about $129.68 per kg in 2024, 48% below the world average of $247.25 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 spectacle frames to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.7 million in 2017 to $17.5 million in 2024, a fall of 1%. The peak was 2021 at $23.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.6 million a year.
Does Israel also export metal spectacle frames?
Yes. Israel exported $642 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, the United States and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $16.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal spectacle frames?
The HS code for metal spectacle frames is subheading 9003.19. 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 9003 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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