Raw cotton exports from Israel: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Israel exported raw cotton worth $26.8 million (6.3 thousand tonnes). That is 37% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $55.8 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26.8M | 6.3K t |
| 2023 | $42.6M | 18.2K t |
| 2022 | $38.4M | 6.8K t |
| 2021 | $55.8M | 21.8K t |
| 2020 | $11.1M | 5.2K t |
| 2019 | $26.8M | 9.2K t |
| 2018 | $34.3M | 11.1K t |
| 2017 | $48.2M | 15.4K t |
Where Israel exports raw cotton to
The largest buyer markets were China (50%), India (28%), Germany (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+187% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $13.3M | 50% |
| India | $7.4M | 28% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 6.7% |
| Vietnam | $1.7M | 6.3% |
| Italy | $914K | 3.4% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $698K | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $682K | 2.5% |
| Greece | $261K | 1% |
| Czech Republic | $52K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.23 per kg, 119% above the world average of $1.93. 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.
Raw cotton imports to Israel
Imports of raw cotton by Israel reached $6.8 million in 2024 (3.2 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Japan accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+783% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $3.6M | 53% |
| India | $1.4M | 20% |
| Turkey | $797K | 12% |
| Jordan | $675K | 9.9% |
| United States | $356K | 5.2% |
| United Kingdom | $9K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $8K | 0.1% |
| France | $7K | 0.1% |
| China | $3K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
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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 5201: Cotton; not carded or combed.
Common questions
What is the value of raw cotton exported by Israel?
Israel exported raw cotton worth $26.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 149 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries buy raw cotton from Israel?
China was the largest buyer with 50% of the value ($13.3 million), followed by India (28%) and Germany (7%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 17 buyer countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 187% on the year.
What is the average export price of raw cotton per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.23 per kg in 2024, 119% above the world average of $1.93 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 exports of raw cotton from Israel changed since 2017?
Exports went from $48.2 million in 2017 to $26.8 million in 2024, a fall of 44%. The peak was 2021 at $55.8 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Israel also import raw cotton?
Yes. Israel imported $6.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Japan, India and Turkey. On balance Israel is a net exporter of this product, by about $20.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for raw cotton?
The HS code for raw cotton is heading 5201. In Israel all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 5201.00. It sits in HS chapter 52 (cotton). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5201 page.
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