Small paper sacks and bags imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of small paper sacks and bags by Israel reached $36.8 million in 2024 (11.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $36.8M | 11.0K t |
| 2023 | $37.4M | 12.4K t |
| 2022 | $42.2M | 13.9K t |
| 2021 | $38.7M | 14.1K t |
| 2020 | $23.9M | 9.1K t |
| 2019 | $23.5M | 9.2K t |
| 2018 | $20.7M | 7.9K t |
| 2017 | $18.5M | 7.4K t |
Where Israel imports small paper sacks and bags from
The largest suppliers were China (24%), Turkey (19%), Egypt (9%). Among the main suppliers, Serbia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.34 per kg, close to the world average of $2.90.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Small paper sacks and bags exports from Israel
Israel exported $2.4 million of small paper sacks and bags in 2024 (277 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+181% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.6M | 67% |
| United States | $410K | 17% |
| South Korea | $81K | 3.4% |
| Netherlands | $78K | 3.3% |
| Hong Kong | $49K | 2.1% |
| France | $33K | 1.4% |
| Switzerland | $24K | 1% |
| Turkey | $22K | 0.9% |
| Cyprus | $15K | 0.6% |
| Serbia | $9K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel small paper sacks and bags imports (HS 4819.40): 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 4819.40: Paper and paperboard: sacks and bags, including cones, of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or fibres, having a base width less than 40cm.
Common questions
What is the value of small paper sacks and bags imported by Israel?
Israel imported small paper sacks and bags worth $36.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 223 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply small paper sacks and bags to Israel?
China was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($8.7 million), followed by Turkey (19%) and Egypt (9%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 272% on the year.
What is the average import price of small paper sacks and bags per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.34 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $2.90 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of small paper sacks and bags to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.5 million in 2017 to $36.8 million in 2024, an increase of 98%. The peak was 2022 at $42.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $30.2 million a year.
Does Israel also export small paper sacks and bags?
Yes. Israel exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the United States and South Korea. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $34.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for small paper sacks and bags?
The HS code for small paper sacks and bags is subheading 4819.40. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4819 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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