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systems, locking devices • Car body—bumpers, radiator grills, hood and trunk lids, wings, front and rear lamps (i.e., the parts most vulnerable in car accidents) Service parts—disc brake pads, shock absorbers, front suspension parts, filters for oil and lubrication, air conditioning parts • Replacement service parts—tires, fan belts, water hoses, water pumps, brake components, engine and transmission components, electrical components, undercarriage items that need replacing at the end of the warranty period • Vehicle accessories—car care products, polish, wax, upholstery spray • Water-coolants (Glycol) for radiators • Electronic accessories—TV screens for the rear seats, GPS systems, sound systems etc. • Universal lubricants—well-known brand names of high-grade oils, lubricating, glycol, wax. The market demands well-known brand names.
Specialty Equipment Market
On March 1, 2017, the MOT legalized the importation of certain specialty aftermarket products according to EU standards only. U.S. made products will be allowed in on a case by case basis until such time that the U.S. specialty aftermarket industry develops some manufacturing benchmarks that the Israeli authorities will accept.
Used and Remanufactured Market
Israel’s Ministry of Transport & Road Safety (MOT) approves imports of remanufactured rebuilt and used motor vehicle parts on a case by case basis. For critical automotive systems components including steering systems, braking systems, and drive train, the MOT will authorize only imports of new parts and then only from its list of authorized manufacturers. MOT considers remanufactured and reconditioned parts as used. Israel’s parts remanufacturing industry is active and well-developed. Workshops all over the country specialize in repairing and rebuilding vehicle parts. A criminal network of auto thieves and so-called chop shops in the Palestinian Authority’s controlled areas supply used auto parts both in Palestine and Israel. U.S. suppliers of remanufactured, reconditioned, and rebuilt auto parts face daunting challenges in Israel’s market. The MOT approval process restricts imports and helps foster a strong domestic remanufacturing business sector. Prospects for rapid growth of U.S. exports in this sector are dim.
Best Prospects for U.S. Exports
For More Information about exporting to Honduras contact:
Naama Altman
Commercial Specialist - Global Auto & Smart Mobility Team
U.S. Embassy Jerusalem, Israel
+972-3-519-8523
best prospects