Tungsten products imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of tungsten products by Israel reached $35.0 million in 2024 (387 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 93% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% 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 | $35.0M | 387 t |
| 2023 | $18.2M | 207 t |
| 2022 | $16.7M | 190 t |
| 2021 | $10.7M | 118 t |
| 2020 | $12.7M | 209 t |
| 2019 | $7.1M | 196 t |
| 2018 | $6.5M | 164 t |
| 2017 | $6.7M | 211 t |
Where Israel imports tungsten products from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $31.6M | 90% |
| Austria | $726K | 2.1% |
| Sweden | $715K | 2% |
| United States | $537K | 1.5% |
| Hong Kong | $428K | 1.2% |
| France | $281K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $186K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $129K | 0.4% |
| South Korea | $110K | 0.3% |
| Japan | $73K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 8101
| 8101.99 | Tungsten (wolfram): articles n.e.c. in heading no. 8101 | 57% |
| 8101.10 | Tungsten (wolfram): articles thereof, including waste and scrap, powders | 41% |
| 8101.96 | Tungsten (wolfram): wire | 2.3% |
| 8101.94 | Tungsten (wolfram): unwrought, including bars and rods obtained simply by sintering | 0.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8101.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $90.38 per kg, 420% above the world average of $17.38. 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.
Tungsten products exports from Israel
In 2024, Israel exported tungsten products worth $19.6 million (410 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. United States alone took 73% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $14.3M | 73% |
| Canada | $994K | 5.1% |
| Germany | $960K | 4.9% |
| Kenya | $580K | 3% |
| Romania | $454K | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $403K | 2.1% |
| Singapore | $393K | 2% |
| Mexico | $257K | 1.3% |
| South Africa | $249K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $224K | 1.1% |
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 8101: Tungsten (wolfram); articles thereof, including waste and scrap.
Common questions
What is the value of tungsten products imported by Israel?
Israel imported tungsten products worth $35.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 387 tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 166 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 93% on 2023.
Which countries supply tungsten products to Israel?
China was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($31.6 million), followed by Austria (2%) and Sweden (2%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 289% on the year.
What is the average import price of tungsten products per kg?
The average declared import value was about $90.38 per kg in 2024, 420% above the world average of $17.38 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 tungsten products to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.7 million in 2017 to $35.0 million in 2024, an increase of 423%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Israel also export tungsten products?
Yes. Israel exported $19.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Canada and Germany. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $15.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for tungsten products?
The HS code for tungsten products is heading 8101. In Israel the largest six-digit codes were 8101.99 (57% of the value) and 8101.10 (41%). It sits in HS chapter 81 (metals; n.e.c., cermets and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8101 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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