Spectacle frames imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of spectacle frames by Israel reached $31.1 million in 2024 (816 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $39.5 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 | $31.1M | 816 t |
| 2023 | $31.7M | 109 t |
| 2022 | $34.1M | 785 t |
| 2021 | $39.5M | 887 t |
| 2020 | $30.4M | 102 t |
| 2019 | $31.3M | 115 t |
| 2018 | $31.3M | 106 t |
| 2017 | $29.9M | 112 t |
Where Israel imports spectacle frames from
The largest suppliers were Italy (36%), China (29%), France (5%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+163% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $11.0M | 36% |
| China | $9.0M | 29% |
| France | $1.4M | 4.6% |
| Denmark | $1.4M | 4.5% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 4.2% |
| Netherlands | $920K | 3% |
| Spain | $892K | 2.9% |
| Hong Kong | $823K | 2.7% |
| Switzerland | $642K | 2.1% |
| Austria | $625K | 2% |
Product types under HS 9003
| 9003.19 | Frames and mountings: for spectacles, goggles or the like, of materials other than plastics | 56% |
| 9003.11 | Frames and mountings: for spectacles, goggles or the like, of plastics | 41% |
| 9003.90 | Frames and mountings: parts for spectacles, goggles or the like | 2.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9003.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $38.04 per kg, 81% below the world average of $202.97, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Spectacle frames exports from Israel
Israel exported $1.4 million of spectacle frames in 2024 (4 tonnes). Most of it went to Italy (23%), United States (12%), France (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $325K | 23% |
| United States | $173K | 12% |
| France | $150K | 11% |
| United Arab Emirates | $144K | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $91K | 6.4% |
| South Africa | $69K | 4.8% |
| Bulgaria | $60K | 4.2% |
| Switzerland | $51K | 3.6% |
| Greece | $48K | 3.3% |
| South Korea | $46K | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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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 9003: Frames and mountings; for spectacles, goggles or the like, and parts.
Common questions
What is the value of spectacle frames imported by Israel?
Israel imported spectacle frames worth $31.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 816 tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply spectacle frames to Israel?
Italy was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($11.0 million), followed by China (29%) and France (5%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 163% on the year.
What is the average import price of spectacle frames per kg?
The average declared import value was about $38.04 per kg in 2024, 81% below the world average of $202.97 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 spectacle frames to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $29.9 million in 2017 to $31.1 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2021 at $39.5 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Israel also export spectacle frames?
Yes. Israel exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, the United States and France. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $29.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for spectacle frames?
The HS code for spectacle frames is heading 9003. In Israel the largest six-digit codes were 9003.19 (56% of the value) and 9003.11 (41%). It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9003 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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