The European market for unmounted single focal spectacle lenses with both sides finished shows varied import figures across countries. As of 2024, France leads imports with a value of 62.87 million items, followed closely by Germany at 61.564 million. In contrast, smaller countries like Cyprus and Malta import significantly less. Over the past year, countries like Romania and Portugal exhibited substantial growth in their imports, at 11.42% and 9.82%, respectively, suggesting an expanding market in these regions. Some countries like Germany and Sweden saw slight declines, indicating potential market saturation or competitive pressures.
Future trends to watch include increasing demand in Eastern European countries, driven by economic growth and improved healthcare access. Additionally, technological advancements in lens manufacturing and the rise of digital eyewear solutions might drive further diversification in imports. Monitoring currency fluctuations and trade policies post-Brexit within the UK and EU will also be crucial, as they could significantly impact import volumes and values across the region.
Top countries in Import of Unmounted Single Focal Spectacle Lenses for the Correction of Vision, with Both Sides Finished by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Items) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 62,870,000 | 2023 | +4.18% | +1.09% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 61,564,000 | 2023 | +9.39% | -0.64% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 30,404,000 | 2023 | +4.58% | +7.95% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 28,895,000 | 2023 | +10.71% | +4.01% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 26,489,000 | 2023 | +3.91% | +6.84% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 13,371,000 | 2023 | +1.64% | +0.64% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 8,611,900 | 2023 | +0.42% | -0.71% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czechia | 7,491,300 | 2023 | |||
| 9 | 9 Romania | 6,964,400 | 2023 | +4.87% | +11.42% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 5,388,000 | 2023 | +11.05% | +9.82% | View data |
