Optical measurement instrument exports from Israel: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Israel exported optical measurement instrument worth $174.7 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value rose 4% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $403.4 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $174.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $168.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $341.2M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $403.4M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $279.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $222.2M | 579 t |
| 2018 | $301.7M | 387 t |
| 2017 | $292.1M | 827 t |
Where Israel exports optical measurement instrument to
Most of it went to Taiwan (38%), China (29%), United States (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Vietnam grew fastest (+216% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $67.1M | 38% |
| China | $49.9M | 29% |
| United States | $11.1M | 6.3% |
| South Korea | $7.1M | 4.1% |
| Germany | $6.7M | 3.9% |
| Belgium | $4.9M | 2.8% |
| Vietnam | $4.6M | 2.6% |
| Hong Kong | $2.7M | 1.6% |
| Singapore | $2.2M | 1.3% |
| Czech Republic | $1.7M | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $111.01 per kg, close to the world average of $110.20.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Optical measurement instrument imports to Israel
In 2024, Israel imported optical measurement instrument worth $45.4 million (109 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Germany (23%), United Kingdom (21%), United States (14%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+285% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $10.6M | 23% |
| United Kingdom | $9.5M | 21% |
| United States | $6.5M | 14% |
| Canada | $3.5M | 7.8% |
| China | $3.2M | 7% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 3.8% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 3.2% |
| Czech Republic | $1.2M | 2.6% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 2.6% |
| Switzerland | $1.0M | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel optical measurement instrument exports (HS 9031.49): 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 9031.49: Optical instruments and appliances: for measuring or checking, n.e.c. in chapter 90.
Common questions
What is the value of optical measurement instrument exported by Israel?
Israel exported optical measurement instrument worth $174.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 164 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy optical measurement instrument from Israel?
Taiwan was the largest buyer with 38% of the value ($67.1 million), followed by China (29%) and the United States (6%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 58 buyer countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 216% on the year.
What is the average export price of optical measurement instrument per kg?
The average declared export value was about $111.01 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $110.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of optical measurement instrument from Israel changed since 2017?
Exports went from $292.1 million in 2017 to $174.7 million in 2024, a fall of 40%. The peak was 2021 at $403.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $272.9 million a year.
Does Israel also import optical measurement instrument?
Yes. Israel imported $45.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, the United Kingdom and the United States. On balance Israel is a net exporter of this product, by about $129.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical measurement instrument?
The HS code for optical measurement instrument is subheading 9031.49. 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 9031 page.
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