Water-based polymer paint imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Israel imported water-based polymer paint worth $21.7 million (4.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 168% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% 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 | $21.7M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $8.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $7.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $8.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $6.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $5.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $4.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $4.9M | 1.2K t |
Where Israel imports water-based polymer paint from
One supplier dominates: Greece accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Greece grew fastest (+999% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Greece | $11.9M | 55% |
| Cyprus | $3.0M | 14% |
| United States | $2.0M | 9% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 5% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 4.8% |
| Italy | $561K | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $442K | 2% |
| China | $389K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $291K | 1.3% |
| Denmark | $246K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.43 per kg, 43% above the world average of $3.79. 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 polymer paint exports from Israel
In 2024, Israel exported water-based polymer paint worth $1.6 million (366 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Jamaica (48%), Germany (11%), India (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Jamaica | $762K | 49% |
| Germany | $165K | 11% |
| India | $124K | 7.9% |
| Bulgaria | $121K | 7.7% |
| United Kingdom | $55K | 3.5% |
| Italy | $54K | 3.5% |
| United States | $51K | 3.2% |
| Kenya | $45K | 2.8% |
| Slovenia | $39K | 2.5% |
| Liberia | $33K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel water-based polymer paint imports (HS 3209.90): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 3209.90: Paints and varnishes: (based on polymers other than acrylic or vinyl), dispersed or dissolved in an aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of water-based polymer paint imported by Israel?
Israel imported water-based polymer paint worth $21.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 222 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 168% on 2023.
Which countries supply water-based polymer paint to Israel?
Greece was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($11.9 million), followed by Cyprus (14%) and the United States (9%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Greece grew fastest among the top ten, up 999% on the year.
What is the average import price of water-based polymer paint per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.43 per kg in 2024, 43% above the world average of $3.79 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of water-based polymer paint to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.9 million in 2017 to $21.7 million in 2024, an increase of 346%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.3 million a year.
Does Israel also export water-based polymer paint?
Yes. Israel exported $1.6 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 $20.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for water-based polymer paint?
The HS code for water-based polymer paint is subheading 3209.90. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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