Printed matter (other types) imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of printed matter (other types) by Israel reached $22.8 million in 2024 (762 tonnes). Value rose 4% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $28.8 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 | $22.8M | 763 t |
| 2023 | $22.0M | 521 t |
| 2022 | $20.4M | 566 t |
| 2021 | $20.6M | 524 t |
| 2020 | $23.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $26.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $28.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $26.9M | 1.5K t |
Where Israel imports printed matter (other types) from
Most of the value came from Canada (24%), United States (18%), Ireland (9%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $5.4M | 24% |
| United States | $4.1M | 18% |
| Ireland | $2.1M | 9.4% |
| Singapore | $2.1M | 9.2% |
| Italy | $1.7M | 7.6% |
| France | $1.6M | 6.9% |
| China | $1.0M | 4.4% |
| Austria | $985K | 4.3% |
| Germany | $955K | 4.2% |
| Netherlands | $713K | 3.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $29.85 per kg, 130% above the world average of $12.97. 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.
Printed matter (other types) exports from Israel
In 2024, Israel exported printed matter (other types) worth $14.3 million (174 tonnes). Most of it went to United States (44%), Canada (10%), Japan (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+914% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $6.3M | 44% |
| Canada | $1.4M | 9.7% |
| Japan | $1.2M | 8.7% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 7.5% |
| France | $981K | 6.8% |
| China | $888K | 6.2% |
| Germany | $419K | 2.9% |
| Belgium | $260K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $246K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $175K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel printed matter (other types) imports (HS 4911.99): 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 4911.99: Printed matter: n.e.c. in heading no. 4911.
Common questions
What is the value of printed matter (other types) imported by Israel?
Israel imported printed matter (other types) worth $22.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 762 tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed matter (other types) to Israel?
Canada was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by the United States (18%) and Ireland (9%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 202% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed matter (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $29.85 per kg in 2024, 130% above the world average of $12.97 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of printed matter (other types) to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.9 million in 2017 to $22.8 million in 2024, a fall of 16%. The peak was 2018 at $28.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.0 million a year.
Does Israel also export printed matter (other types)?
Yes. Israel exported $14.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Canada and Japan. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $8.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed matter (other types)?
The HS code for printed matter (other types) is subheading 4911.99. It sits in HS chapter 49 (printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4911 page.
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