Synthetic dye imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Israel imported synthetic dye worth $39.0 million (4.1 thousand tonnes). That is 38% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $39.0M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $28.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $40.1M | 4.3K t |
| 2021 | $39.2M | 4.7K t |
| 2020 | $28.9M | 3.5K t |
| 2019 | $29.9M | 3.1K t |
| 2018 | $30.9M | 3.3K t |
| 2017 | $30.4M | 3.7K t |
Where Israel imports synthetic dye from
The largest suppliers were Germany (18%), China (17%), India (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+350% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $6.9M | 18% |
| China | $6.6M | 17% |
| India | $4.4M | 11% |
| United States | $3.5M | 9% |
| Netherlands | $3.1M | 7.9% |
| Switzerland | $2.7M | 7% |
| Greece | $2.6M | 6.6% |
| Belgium | $1.6M | 4.1% |
| Turkey | $1.2M | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 2.7% |
Product types under HS 3204
| 3204.17 | Dyes: pigments and preparations based thereon | 59% |
| 3204.19 | Dyes: n.e.c., including mixtures of colouring matter of two or more of those from item no. 3204.11 to 3204.19 | 25% |
| 3204.20 | Dyes: synthetic organic products of a kind used as fluorescent brightening agents | 4.7% |
| 3204.12 | Dyes: acid, whether or not premetallised and preparations based thereon, mordant dyes and preparations based thereon | 2.7% |
| 3204.16 | Dyes: reactive dyes and preparations based thereon | 2.5% |
| 3204.11 | Dyes: disperse dyes and preparations based thereon | 2.2% |
| 3204.90 | Dyes: synthetic organic products n.e.c. in heading no. 3204 (e.g. of a kind used as luminophores), whether or not chemically defined | 1.7% |
| 3204.13 | Dyes: basic dyes and preparations based thereon | 1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3204.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.54 per kg, 32% above the world average of $7.25. 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.
Synthetic dye exports from Israel
Exports of synthetic dye by Israel reached $3.8 million in 2024 (542 tonnes). Most of it went to Egypt (17%), Russia (12%), United States (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 38%. Among the main buyer markets, Guatemala grew fastest (+516% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $649K | 17% |
| Russia | $461K | 12% |
| United States | $320K | 8.4% |
| China | $206K | 5.4% |
| Guatemala | $179K | 4.7% |
| Panama | $163K | 4.3% |
| Chile | $148K | 3.9% |
| Nigeria | $145K | 3.8% |
| Germany | $137K | 3.6% |
| Dominican Republic | $127K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
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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 3204: Synthetic organic colouring matter and preparations based thereon; synthetic organic products used as fluorescent brightening agents or as luminophores; whether or not chemically defined.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic dye imported by Israel?
Israel imported synthetic dye worth $39.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic dye to Israel?
Germany was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($6.9 million), followed by China (17%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 46%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 350% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic dye per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.54 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $7.25 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 synthetic dye to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $30.4 million in 2017 to $39.0 million in 2024, an increase of 28%. The peak was 2022 at $40.1 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Israel also export synthetic dye?
Yes. Israel exported $3.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Russia and the United States. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $35.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic dye?
The HS code for synthetic dye is heading 3204. In Israel the largest six-digit codes were 3204.17 (59% of the value) and 3204.19 (25%). It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3204 page.
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