Other oil seeds imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Israel imported other oil seeds worth $150.7 million (64.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 214 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 25% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average.
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 | $150.7M | 64.6K t |
| 2023 | $120.9M | 58.6K t |
| 2022 | $112.3M | 58.8K t |
| 2021 | $109.2M | 73.5K t |
| 2020 | $109.1M | 71.0K t |
| 2019 | $124.7M | 68.9K t |
| 2018 | $101.0M | 57.4K t |
| 2017 | $71.6M | 54.4K t |
Where Israel imports other oil seeds from
The largest suppliers were Ethiopia (22%), United Arab Emirates (20%), India (13%). Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest (+237% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ethiopia | $33.7M | 22% |
| United Arab Emirates | $30.2M | 20% |
| India | $19.9M | 13% |
| Turkey | $9.6M | 6.3% |
| Netherlands | $9.1M | 6.1% |
| Brazil | $8.9M | 5.9% |
| Djibouti | $8.1M | 5.4% |
| Nigeria | $6.4M | 4.3% |
| Tanzania | $3.6M | 2.4% |
| Uganda | $3.3M | 2.2% |
Product types under HS 1207
| 1207.40 | Oil seeds: sesamum seeds, whether or not broken | 96% |
| 1207.99 | Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits: n.e.c. in heading no. 1207, whether or not broken | 1.4% |
| 1207.70 | Oil seeds: melon seeds, whether or not broken | 1.3% |
| 1207.91 | Oil seeds: poppy seeds, whether or not broken | 0.8% |
| 1207.50 | Oil seeds: mustard seeds, whether or not broken | 0.2% |
| 1207.60 | Oil seeds: safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) seeds, whether or not broken | 0.1% |
| 1207.30 | Oil seeds: castor oil seeds, whether or not broken | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1207.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.33 per kg, 69% above the world average of $1.38. 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.
Other oil seeds exports from Israel
Exports of other oil seeds by Israel reached $7.7 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to United States (34%), Brazil (13%), Honduras (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Brazil grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.6M | 34% |
| Brazil | $1.0M | 13% |
| Honduras | $985K | 13% |
| Greece | $921K | 12% |
| Netherlands | $539K | 7% |
| Jordan | $290K | 3.8% |
| Guatemala | $270K | 3.5% |
| Spain | $218K | 2.8% |
| Russia | $98K | 1.3% |
| South Africa | $83K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
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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 1207: Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, n.e.c. in chapter 12; whether or not broken.
Common questions
What is the value of other oil seeds imported by Israel?
Israel imported other oil seeds worth $150.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 64.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 214 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply other oil seeds to Israel?
Ethiopia was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($33.7 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (20%) and India (13%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 237% on the year.
What is the average import price of other oil seeds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.33 per kg in 2024, 69% above the world average of $1.38 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of other oil seeds to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $71.6 million in 2017 to $150.7 million in 2024, an increase of 110%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Israel also export other oil seeds?
Yes. Israel exported $7.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Brazil and Honduras. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $143.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for other oil seeds?
The HS code for other oil seeds is heading 1207. In Israel the largest six-digit codes were 1207.40 (96% of the value) and 1207.99 (1%). It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1207 page.
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