How to Export Goods to Israel
The United States and Israel have had a long-standing relationship since the State’s inception in 1948. The economic ties between both nations have continued to flourish over the decades, especially when importing and exporting goods. The US is Israel’s largest trading partner, and Israel is America’s 24th largest trading partner. With this in mind, some specific guidelines and protocols must be followed when exporting goods to Israel.
If planning to export bulk liquids, a company like TECHNO GROUP USA can help. With years of experience, they specialize in bulk liquid transport to Israel and many other Eurasian nations. Flexitanks or Flexibags are designed for one-time use and cost-efficient alternatives to outdated IBCs and traditional iron drums. With timely logistics and unsurpassed bulk liquid solutions, TECHNO GROUP USA Flexitanks can transport over 60 non-hazardous commodities to Israel and the Eurasian market.
Examples of bulk liquids include but are not limited to:
- Alcohol and wine
- Artificial colors
- Certain chemicals
- Essential oils
- Foodstuffs
- Juices
- Mineral oils
- Pharmaceuticals
- Vegetable oil
- Vinegar
- Water
- Syrups
Exporting goods to Israel
The U.S. and U.K. have similar trading relationships with Israel. However, the U.S. and Israel have an economic relationship, and the U.K. and Israel have a double taxation agreement. As your industry leader in bulk liquid transport, TECHNO GROUP USA can assist you with the guidelines, rules, and stringent requirements that need to be met for exports.
This includes the following.
Labeling
Israel has strict marking and labeling requirements, especially for bulk liquids. As a result, U.S. and UK-based exporters must communicate with their Israeli importers before shipping goods for the local market.
All exports into Israel must have a label clearly showing:
- Country of origin
- Name and address of the producer/manufacturer
- Name and address of the Israeli importer
- Contents – all bulk liquids must be clearly labeled—for example, wine, water, juices, concentrates, etc.
- Weight or volume of the content/bulk liquids in metric units
- Labeling may be in either Hebrew or English. However, the English letters should be printed no larger than the Hebrew ones.
Regulations
The Standards Institution of Israel is the main body that oversees standards, testing, and certification. Before shipping to Israel, you should contact them to understand the guidelines of bulk liquid exports. When buying Flexitanks from TECHNO GROUP USA, you get complete logistical support from start to finish. This includes monitoring the shipments to ensure they reach the correct destinations. As your premier bulk liquid transportation company, they continue to receive excellent industry ratings and customer reviews.
Here are some more benefits of Flexitanks for bulk liquid transportation:
- Flexitanks can transport over 60 different non-hazardous commodities to Israel and the Euroasian market.
- Flexibags are single-use multi-layered bladder tanks featuring polyethylene and outer coverings of woven polypropylene.
- These units are the cost-effective alternative to standard IBCs and traditional iron drums.
- Flexitanks can hold up to 6,340 gallons of bulk liquids and fit into standard 20-foot freight containers.
- Flexibags ensure optimal ROI by increasing the volume you can transport to Israel.
- Flexitank ingredients are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
- These tanks reduce operating costs and increase your organization’s liquidity by freeing up cash in the supply chains.
Taxation
Bulk liquid transport to Israel may be assessed exporting taxes. Similarly, your importer may also have to pay taxes on incoming goods from the U.S. or U.K. While it’s good to discuss these essentials with your importer or Standards Institution, Israel does impose a Value-Added Tax (VAT) on most goods and services sold in Israel. This includes imports and exports, but not fresh fruits and vegetables.
Most products must be exported directly from the U.S. into Israel. While exceptional circumstances exist, you must check if your country of origin has a trade agreement with Israel before shipping goods.
VAT
VAT in Israel is currently charged at 17%. This is based on the duty paid value plus other taxes and charges applied to imports. Therefore, if you are exporting bulk liquids from the U.K. and are registered for VAT, it may be possible for you to zero-rate the goods you will ship. However, certain conditions will have to be met, so it’s best to contact the Tax Authority first.
You can also check for any barriers to trading (importing or exporting). For all bulk liquid transportation, TECHNO GROUP USA is on your side every step of the way. They have the tools and expertise to make bulk liquid transport easier to manage for shippers to Israel.
TECHNO GROUP USA
TECHNO GROUP USA bulk liquid solutions are ideal for importers and exporters. All products are scientifically-tested and must pass stringent quality control requirements before going to market. Flexitanks and Flexibags preserve the quality and integrity of your bulk liquids. These units are also easy to load, unload, or store in warehouses across Israel.
Remember, when shipping to Israel, product specifications and labeling is paramount. Adding the quantity and volume of liquids is essential for classification purposes. The same also goes for foodstuffs or non-liquid items being shipped. While the process may seem complex, following the guidelines and rules will prevent miscommunications and delays in shipping.
For more information on bulk liquid solutions, contact TECHNO GROUP USA today or visit their website at the link below:https://www.technogroupusa.com
