Key Market Indicators
Costa Rica's import of prescription glasses plummeted dramatically in 2018, reaching just $17 million. This marks a staggering 96% decrease compared to the previous year, when imports stood at approximately $424 million. The sharp decline is part of a long-term trend. Since 1999, the demand for prescription glasses in Costa Rica has consistently fallen, showing an average annual decrease of 66%. This significant drop in imports underscores a broader shift in the market dynamics over the past two decades.
