Optical elements (other mounted) imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Israel imported optical elements (other mounted) worth $46.7 million (10 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 10% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $60.0 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 | $46.7M | 10 t |
| 2023 | $51.6M | 22 t |
| 2022 | $56.2M | 68 t |
| 2021 | $60.0M | 81 t |
| 2020 | $39.7M | 50 t |
| 2019 | $36.6M | 51 t |
| 2018 | $33.3M | 169 t |
| 2017 | $29.1M | 3.4K t |
Where Israel imports optical elements (other mounted) from
The largest suppliers were United States (33%), Germany (22%), Czech Republic (16%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+298% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $15.2M | 33% |
| Germany | $10.2M | 22% |
| Czech Republic | $7.5M | 16% |
| China | $4.4M | 9.4% |
| Switzerland | $1.7M | 3.6% |
| Japan | $1.6M | 3.3% |
| Singapore | $991K | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $876K | 1.9% |
| South Korea | $831K | 1.8% |
| France | $509K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4,910.73 per kg, 1507% above the world average of $305.51. 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.
Optical elements (other mounted) exports from Israel
In 2024, Israel exported optical elements (other mounted) worth $34.6 million (27 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to United States (24%), China (10%), Taiwan (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $8.4M | 24% |
| China | $3.6M | 11% |
| Taiwan | $3.3M | 9.5% |
| Ireland | $3.2M | 9.2% |
| South Korea | $2.4M | 7.1% |
| Singapore | $2.4M | 6.8% |
| Germany | $2.2M | 6.3% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 3.2% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 3.1% |
| Netherlands | $1.0M | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel optical elements (other mounted) imports (HS 9002.90): 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 9002.90: Optical elements: n.e.c. in heading no. 9002 (e.g. prisms and mirrors), mounted, being parts or fittings for instruments or apparatus, of any material (excluding elements of glass not optically worked).
Common questions
What is the value of optical elements (other mounted) imported by Israel?
Israel imported optical elements (other mounted) worth $46.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10 tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 202 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical elements (other mounted) to Israel?
The United States was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($15.2 million), followed by Germany (22%) and the Czech Republic (16%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 298% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical elements (other mounted) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4,910.73 per kg in 2024, 1507% above the world average of $305.51 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of optical elements (other mounted) to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $29.1 million in 2017 to $46.7 million in 2024, an increase of 60%. The peak was 2021 at $60.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $44.1 million a year.
Does Israel also export optical elements (other mounted)?
Yes. Israel exported $34.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, China and Taiwan. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $12.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical elements (other mounted)?
The HS code for optical elements (other mounted) is subheading 9002.90. 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 9002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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