Optical fibre cables imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
Israel imported $16.8 million of optical fibre cables in 2024 (221 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 51% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $43.9 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 | $16.8M | 221 t |
| 2023 | $34.0M | 423 t |
| 2022 | $43.9M | 290 t |
| 2021 | $39.8M | 229 t |
| 2020 | $34.5M | 212 t |
| 2019 | $29.8M | 260 t |
| 2018 | $28.8M | 244 t |
| 2017 | $27.4M | 248 t |
Where Israel imports optical fibre cables from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $9.1M | 54% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 8.9% |
| Latvia | $1.4M | 8.1% |
| France | $1.3M | 7.7% |
| China | $1.3M | 7.4% |
| India | $812K | 4.8% |
| Ireland | $292K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $263K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $165K | 1% |
| Netherlands | $155K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $76.26 per kg, 80% above the world average of $42.33. 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 fibre cables exports from Israel
Exports of optical fibre cables by Israel reached $2.9 million in 2024 (14 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (16%), China (15%), Thailand (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+274% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $480K | 16% |
| China | $452K | 15% |
| Thailand | $384K | 13% |
| Germany | $383K | 13% |
| Taiwan | $318K | 11% |
| Canada | $143K | 4.9% |
| South Korea | $139K | 4.7% |
| India | $114K | 3.9% |
| Vietnam | $107K | 3.7% |
| Hong Kong | $40K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel optical fibre cables imports (HS 9001.10): 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 9001.10: Optical fibres, optical fibre bundles and cables: excluding those of heading no. 8544.
Common questions
What is the value of optical fibre cables imported by Israel?
Israel imported optical fibre cables worth $16.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 221 tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 202 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 51% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical fibre cables to Israel?
The United States was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($9.1 million), followed by Germany (9%) and Latvia (8%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 297% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical fibre cables per kg?
The average declared import value was about $76.26 per kg in 2024, 80% above the world average of $42.33 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of optical fibre cables to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $27.4 million in 2017 to $16.8 million in 2024, a fall of 38%. The peak was 2022 at $43.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $31.9 million a year.
Does Israel also export optical fibre cables?
Yes. Israel exported $2.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, China and Thailand. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $13.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical fibre cables?
The HS code for optical fibre cables is subheading 9001.10. 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 9001 page.
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