Whether individuals or commercial entities are engaged in the import of goods in Israel, they must pay import duties and other taxes. All import taxes and fees are calculated on the basis of commodity value, that is, CIF. At the same time, imported goods are subject to value-added tax, consumption tax and port charges.

Israel import value-added tax

Israel VAT = VAT standard rate 18%×(CIF price is subject to customs consumption tax and port fee).

Israeli tariff threshold

The value of imported goods (CIF) does not exceed US$ 75, which is exempt from customs duties, value-added tax and consumption tax; The value of imported goods (CIF) reaches 325 US dollars, and only customs duties are exempted. No matter the value of imported goods, port charges must be levied.

Other interpretations of Israeli tariffs

Consumption tax can be levied from ad valorem or quantity, such as unit of measurement. Consumption tax is a tax levied at a certain rate between 0% and 278% on the basis of the sum of CIF price, applicable customs duties and port charges. Port charges are fixed charges for all imported goods. The cost depends on the weight of the goods. When the freight weight is less than 50 kg, a port charge of $39.49 will be charged; When the freight weight exceeds 50kg, a port charge of 50.3 1 USD will be charged. However, the above port charges only apply to air transportation, and the charges for sea transportation and land transportation may be different.