Railway wheels and axles imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Israel imported railway wheels and axles worth $6.4 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 117% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $6.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 600 t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 380 t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 611 t |
| 2020 | $4.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 902 t |
| 2018 | $5.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 489 t |
Where Israel imports railway wheels and axles from
Czech Republic alone supplied 72% of it. Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest (+211% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $4.6M | 72% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 18% |
| Austria | $245K | 3.8% |
| France | $225K | 3.5% |
| Slovakia | $104K | 1.6% |
| United States | $29K | 0.5% |
| Poland | $11K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $10K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $9K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $9K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.37 per kg, 48% above the world average of $2.96. 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.
Railway wheels and axles exports from Israel
Exports of railway wheels and axles by Israel reached $306 thousand in 2024 (15 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Romania accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Romania | $164K | 54% |
| United States | $101K | 33% |
| Switzerland | $37K | 12% |
| Slovenia | $4K | 1.3% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel railway wheels and axles imports (HS 8607.19): 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 8607.19: Railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock: parts, axles and wheels, and parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of railway wheels and axles imported by Israel?
Israel imported railway wheels and axles worth $6.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 168 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 117% on 2023.
Which countries supply railway wheels and axles to Israel?
The Czech Republic was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($4.6 million), followed by Germany (18%) and Austria (4%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 211% on the year.
What is the average import price of railway wheels and axles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.37 per kg in 2024, 48% above the world average of $2.96 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of railway wheels and axles to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $6.4 million in 2024, an increase of 185%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.8 million a year.
Does Israel also export railway wheels and axles?
Yes. Israel exported $306 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Romania, the United States and Switzerland. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $6.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for railway wheels and axles?
The HS code for railway wheels and axles is subheading 8607.19. It sits in HS chapter 86 (railway, tramway locomotives, rolling-stock and parts thereof; railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings and parts thereof; mechanical (including electro-mechanical) traffic signalling equipment of all kinds). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8607 page.
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