Paint thinner imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Israel imported paint thinner worth $10.8 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). That is 12% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $10.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $12.3M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $11.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $10.3M | 3.7K t |
| 2020 | $8.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $10.3M | 4.5K t |
| 2018 | $8.7M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $8.6M | 2.9K t |
Where Israel imports paint thinner from
The largest suppliers were Germany (20%), Italy (20%), United States (11%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.2M | 20% |
| Italy | $2.2M | 20% |
| United States | $1.1M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 11% |
| Switzerland | $934K | 8.6% |
| United Kingdom | $717K | 6.6% |
| South Korea | $504K | 4.7% |
| Hong Kong | $408K | 3.8% |
| France | $402K | 3.7% |
| Belgium | $357K | 3.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.00 per kg, 108% above the world average of $2.40. 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.
Paint thinner exports from Israel
In 2024, Israel exported paint thinner worth $2.0 million (980 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Austria (36%), Cyprus (11%), Czech Republic (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+118% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $724K | 36% |
| Cyprus | $213K | 11% |
| Czech Republic | $174K | 8.7% |
| Turkey | $121K | 6% |
| Russia | $114K | 5.7% |
| Slovakia | $94K | 4.7% |
| Argentina | $73K | 3.6% |
| India | $66K | 3.3% |
| Spain | $65K | 3.2% |
| Mexico | $55K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 3814: Organic composite solvents and thinners, not elsewhere specified or included; prepared paint or varnish removers.
Common questions
What is the value of paint thinner imported by Israel?
Israel imported paint thinner worth $10.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply paint thinner to Israel?
Germany was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Italy (20%) and the United States (11%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 809% on the year.
What is the average import price of paint thinner per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.00 per kg in 2024, 108% above the world average of $2.40 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 paint thinner to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.6 million in 2017 to $10.8 million in 2024, an increase of 26%. The peak was 2023 at $12.3 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Israel also export paint thinner?
Yes. Israel exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Austria, Cyprus and the Czech Republic. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $8.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for paint thinner?
The HS code for paint thinner is heading 3814. In Israel all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3814.00. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3814 page.
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