In 2023, Europe saw significant movement in its export of unmounted spectacle lenses for vision correction. France emerged as the top exporter with 14.29% growth, followed by Germany, which experienced a slight decline of 0.63%. Portugal, Spain, and Poland also demonstrated robust increases, highlighting regional manufacturing strengths. Italy showed remarkable expansion, with the Netherlands not far behind. In contrast, Austria saw a drastic decrease. Smaller markets like Bulgaria and Luxembourg achieved substantial percentage growths, albeit from a low base. The five-year compound annual growth rates suggest a shifting focus towards innovative designs and technological enhancements in the spectacle lens sector.
Future trends to watch include the continued adaptation to consumer demands for advanced, customized lenses alongside sustainability practices. Countries with significant export volume such as France and Germany are likely to lead innovation, influencing smaller nations to follow suit. External factors such as trade policies and technological advancements could play pivotal roles in shaping market dynamics.
Top countries in Export of Unmounted Spectacle Lenses for the Correction of Vision, with Both Sides Finished Other than Single Focal Lenses by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Items) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 15,767,000 | 2023 | -6.52% | +14.29% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 10,855,000 | 2023 | -0.045% | -0.63% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 10,155,000 | 2023 | +3.3% | +3.53% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 5,176,800 | 2023 | +2.95% | +1.27% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 4,324,400 | 2023 | +3.91% | +7.57% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 3,302,800 | 2023 | +1.03% | +4.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 2,430,600 | 2023 | +48.78% | +16.08% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 1,975,600 | 2023 | +2.78% | +11.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 248,070 | 2022 | |||
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 181,980 | 2023 | +10.39% | +4.3% | View data |
