Water-based paint imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of water-based paint by Israel reached $33.4 million in 2024 (7.2 thousand tonnes). That is 86% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $33.4M | 7.2K t |
| 2023 | $17.9M | 4.5K t |
| 2022 | $18.3M | 4.9K t |
| 2021 | $19.2M | 5.3K t |
| 2020 | $16.8M | 5.5K t |
| 2019 | $14.1M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $12.4M | 4.0K t |
| 2017 | $12.6M | 4.1K t |
Where Israel imports water-based paint from
Most of the value came from Greece (36%), United States (12%), Germany (12%). Among the main suppliers, Greece grew fastest (+875% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Greece | $12.0M | 36% |
| United States | $4.0M | 12% |
| Germany | $3.8M | 12% |
| Cyprus | $3.0M | 9.1% |
| Italy | $2.3M | 7% |
| Belgium | $2.1M | 6.2% |
| Spain | $1.7M | 5.2% |
| Turkey | $647K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $598K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $589K | 1.8% |
Product types under HS 3209
| 3209.90 | Paints and varnishes: (based on polymers other than acrylic or vinyl), dispersed or dissolved in an aqueous medium | 65% |
| 3209.10 | Paints and varnishes: based on acrylic or vinyl polymers, dispersed or dissolved in an aqueous medium | 35% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3209.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.62 per kg, 50% above the world average of $3.08. 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.
Water-based paint exports from Israel
Exports of water-based paint by Israel reached $2.2 million in 2024 (544 tonnes). Most of it went to Jamaica (35%), Germany (8%), India (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Georgia grew fastest (+231% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Jamaica | $762K | 35% |
| Germany | $173K | 7.9% |
| India | $135K | 6.2% |
| Bulgaria | $121K | 5.5% |
| Azerbaijan | $116K | 5.3% |
| Georgia | $116K | 5.3% |
| Russia | $98K | 4.5% |
| Slovenia | $70K | 3.2% |
| Romania | $69K | 3.1% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $66K | 3% |
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 3209: Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in an aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of water-based paint imported by Israel?
Israel imported water-based paint worth $33.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 86% on 2023.
Which countries supply water-based paint to Israel?
Greece was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($12.0 million), followed by the United States (12%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Greece grew fastest among the top ten, up 875% on the year.
What is the average import price of water-based paint per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.62 per kg in 2024, 50% above the world average of $3.08 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 water-based paint to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.6 million in 2017 to $33.4 million in 2024, an increase of 165%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Israel also export water-based paint?
Yes. Israel exported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Jamaica, Germany and India. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $31.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for water-based paint?
The HS code for water-based paint is heading 3209. In Israel the largest six-digit codes were 3209.90 (65% of the value) and 3209.10 (35%). 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 3209 page.
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