Seaweeds and plant products imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Israel imported seaweeds and plant products worth $9.5 million (2.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 10% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $12.4 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 | $9.5M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $8.6M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $10.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $12.4M | 4.3K t |
| 2020 | $7.2M | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $6.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $7.1M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $6.1M | 2.7K t |
Where Israel imports seaweeds and plant products from
China alone supplied 80% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+164% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.5M | 80% |
| Germany | $404K | 4.3% |
| Romania | $302K | 3.2% |
| Spain | $222K | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $178K | 1.9% |
| Hong Kong | $117K | 1.2% |
| Japan | $114K | 1.2% |
| Ukraine | $104K | 1.1% |
| Poland | $90K | 1% |
| South Korea | $83K | 0.9% |
Product types under HS 1212
| 1212.99 | Vegetable products: fit for human consumption, n.e.c. in heading no. 1212, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground | 78% |
| 1212.21 | Seaweeds and other algae: fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground | 20% |
| 1212.92 | Locust beans (carob): fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground | 2.3% |
| 1212.29 | Seaweeds and other algae: not fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground | 0.3% |
| 1212.94 | Chicory roots (Chicorium intybus sativum): fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1212.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.55 per kg, 422% above the world average of $0.68. 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.
Seaweeds and plant products exports from Israel
In 2024, Israel exported seaweeds and plant products worth $4.0 million (263 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were India (43%), United States (19%), France (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.7M | 43% |
| United States | $757K | 19% |
| France | $403K | 10% |
| Belgium | $192K | 4.8% |
| Italy | $148K | 3.7% |
| Canada | $139K | 3.5% |
| Spain | $125K | 3.2% |
| Norway | $73K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $59K | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $52K | 1.3% |
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 1212: Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet, sugar cane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones, kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots) used primarily for human consumption, n.e.c..
Common questions
What is the value of seaweeds and plant products imported by Israel?
Israel imported seaweeds and plant products worth $9.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 46th of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply seaweeds and plant products to Israel?
China was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($7.5 million), followed by Germany (4%) and Romania (3%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 472% on the year.
What is the average import price of seaweeds and plant products per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.55 per kg in 2024, 422% above the world average of $0.68 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 seaweeds and plant products to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.1 million in 2017 to $9.5 million in 2024, an increase of 55%. The peak was 2021 at $12.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Israel also export seaweeds and plant products?
Yes. Israel exported $4.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, the United States and France. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $5.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for seaweeds and plant products?
The HS code for seaweeds and plant products is heading 1212. In Israel the largest six-digit codes were 1212.99 (78% of the value) and 1212.21 (20%). It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1212 page.
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