In 2023, the import volume of unmounted spectacle lenses for the correction of vision to Germany was approximately 22 million items. Forecasts for 2024 suggest an increase to 23.247 million, marking a 5.7% rise from the previous year. This upward trend is expected to continue, with annual growth rates around 4%: 2025 with 24.2 million (4.1%), 2026 with 25.144 million (3.9%), 2027 with 26.079 million (3.7%), and 2028 reaching 27.004 million (3.5%). Over the five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is projected at approximately 3.9%.

Future trends to watch:

Technological advancements in lens manufacturing may lead to increased demand.
Demographic changes, such as aging populations, could boost imports.
Potential policy changes impacting trade or local production could alter forecasts.