Israel's appliance imports surged in January 2026, with refrigerators up 13.6%, washing machines 40.2%, and dishwashers 39.9%. Tumble dryer imports plunged.
Jerusalem, 9 February, 2026 (TPS-IL) — The Israel Tax Authority reported that in january 2026, Israel recorded an increase in imports of white goods (major appliances) and televisions, except for tumble dryers. Imports of refrigerators, washing machines, and dishwashers increased by 13.6%, 40.2%, and 39.9%, respectively. Imports of tumble dryers, on the other hand, decreased by 72.7%, compared to January 2025.
Imports of televisions increased by 15.5% compared to January 2025.
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