In 2023, France led the European export market for unmounted spectacle lenses, with both sides finished other than single focal lenses, holding a 30.66% share. Germany and Portugal followed with 21.11% and 19.74% shares, respectively. Countries like Spain, Poland, and Hungary have smaller market footprints, with Italy achieving a notable growth of 16.08% in exports compared to the previous year. Croatia and Luxembourg experienced significant growths, while Austria faced a major decline of 46.87% in its market share.
Future trends to watch include the potential for increased export from emerging countries such as Poland and Hungary, driven by advancements in manufacturing technology and global demand for innovative vision correction solutions. Manufacturers are also expected to focus on sustainability and customization to meet specific consumer needs, which could reshape competitive dynamics and market shares in the coming years.
Top countries in Export of Unmounted Spectacle Lenses for the Correction of Vision, with Both Sides Finished Other than Single Focal Lenses Share by Country (Units (Items))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 30.66 | 2023 | -6.52% | +14.29% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 21.11 | 2023 | -0.045% | -0.63% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 19.74 | 2023 | +3.3% | +3.53% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 10.07 | 2023 | +2.95% | +1.27% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 8.41 | 2023 | +3.91% | +7.57% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 6.42 | 2023 | +1.03% | +4.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 4.73 | 2023 | +48.78% | +16.08% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 3.84 | 2023 | +2.78% | +11.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 0.48 | 2022 | |||
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 0.35 | 2023 | +10.39% | +4.3% | View data |
