Staple fibre sewing thread exports from Israel: data, top buyers and prices
Israel exported $4.0 million of staple fibre sewing thread in 2024 (254 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 51% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $17.8 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 | $4.0M | 254 t |
| 2023 | $8.3M | 640 t |
| 2022 | $12.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $17.8M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $15.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $12.5M | 971 t |
| 2018 | $10.1M | 764 t |
| 2017 | $11.1M | 987 t |
Where Israel exports staple fibre sewing thread to
Egypt alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $4.0M | 100% |
| Sri Lanka | $8K | 0.2% |
| Poland | $0K | 0% |
| Georgia | $0K | 0% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.88 per kg, 245% above the world average of $4.60. 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.
Staple fibre sewing thread imports to Israel
In 2024, Israel imported staple fibre sewing thread worth $2.5 million (364 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 94% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+75% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.4M | 94% |
| Turkey | $59K | 2.4% |
| India | $25K | 1% |
| Germany | $18K | 0.7% |
| Canada | $12K | 0.5% |
| Denmark | $8K | 0.3% |
| Hungary | $8K | 0.3% |
| South Korea | $7K | 0.3% |
| Jordan | $3K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.1% |
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 5508: Sewing thread of man-made staple fibres, whether or not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of staple fibre sewing thread exported by Israel?
Israel exported staple fibre sewing thread worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 254 tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 128 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 51% on 2023.
Which countries buy staple fibre sewing thread from Israel?
Egypt was the largest buyer with 100% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Sri Lanka (0%) and Poland (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 buyer countries in total. Sri Lanka grew fastest among the top ten, up 14% on the year.
What is the average export price of staple fibre sewing thread per kg?
The average declared export value was about $15.88 per kg in 2024, 245% above the world average of $4.60 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 staple fibre sewing thread from Israel changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.1 million in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, a fall of 63%. The peak was 2021 at $17.8 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Israel also import staple fibre sewing thread?
Yes. Israel imported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Turkey and India. On balance Israel is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for staple fibre sewing thread?
The HS code for staple fibre sewing thread is heading 5508. In Israel all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 5508.10. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5508 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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