Pigments and preparations (other) imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Israel imported pigments and preparations (other) worth $20.7 million (3.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 22% more 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 | $20.7M | 3.9K t |
| 2023 | $16.9M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $24.3M | 4.7K t |
| 2021 | $20.9M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $15.0M | 3.8K t |
| 2019 | $15.5M | 3.8K t |
| 2018 | $15.1M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $19.4M | 4.6K t |
Where Israel imports pigments and preparations (other) from
Most of the value came from Belgium (12%), Vietnam (12%), Germany (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 36%. Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $2.5M | 12% |
| Vietnam | $2.5M | 12% |
| Germany | $2.5M | 12% |
| Switzerland | $2.2M | 11% |
| United States | $1.7M | 8.1% |
| Netherlands | $1.5M | 7.4% |
| China | $1.5M | 7% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 5.1% |
| Denmark | $926K | 4.5% |
| India | $802K | 3.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.35 per kg, 45% above the world average of $3.70. 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.
Pigments and preparations (other) exports from Israel
Israel exported $12.3 million of pigments and preparations (other) in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were India (21%), Guatemala (14%), United States (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Guatemala grew fastest (+119% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.6M | 21% |
| Guatemala | $1.7M | 14% |
| United States | $1.1M | 8.6% |
| Ukraine | $877K | 7.1% |
| Chile | $705K | 5.7% |
| South Africa | $701K | 5.7% |
| Mexico | $606K | 4.9% |
| North Macedonia | $575K | 4.7% |
| Ecuador | $568K | 4.6% |
| Russia | $565K | 4.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel pigments and preparations (other) imports (HS 3206.49): 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 3206.49: Colouring matter: other preparations n.e.c. in item no. 3206.4.
Common questions
What is the value of pigments and preparations (other) imported by Israel?
Israel imported pigments and preparations (other) worth $20.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 203 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply pigments and preparations (other) to Israel?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 12% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by Vietnam (12%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 36%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 353% on the year.
What is the average import price of pigments and preparations (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.35 per kg in 2024, 45% above the world average of $3.70 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of pigments and preparations (other) to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.4 million in 2017 to $20.7 million in 2024, an increase of 7%. The peak was 2022 at $24.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.5 million a year.
Does Israel also export pigments and preparations (other)?
Yes. Israel exported $12.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Guatemala and the United States. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $8.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for pigments and preparations (other)?
The HS code for pigments and preparations (other) is subheading 3206.49. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3206 page.
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