In 2023, Italy led the European production of unmounted spectacle lenses for vision correction with 17.812 million items, representing a 16.44% year-on-year increase. France and the UK followed at 10.46 million and 5.168 million items respectively, with France showing a marginal 1.21% increase and the UK a 4.51% rise. Lithuania experienced notable growth at 13.74% with 1.0978 million items, while Estonia declined by 8.68%, with minimal production at 0.00195 million items. Over the past five years, the cumulative annual growth rate suggests varied performance across countries, highlighting shifts in production capacity and demand.
Future trends in the European market may focus on technological advancements, increasing demand for customized vision correction, and the potential emergence of new markets within the region. Additionally, sustainability and innovation in lens materials may influence production practices and consumer preferences.
Top countries in Sold Production of Unmounted Spectacle Lenses for the Correction of Vision, Other than Those with Both Sides Finished by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Units (Items) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 17,812,000 | 2023 | +7.16% | +16.44% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 10,460,000 | 2023 | +7.83% | +1.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 5,168,000 | 2023 | +2.07% | +4.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 1,097,800 | 2023 | +7.11% | +13.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Estonia | 1,950 | 2023 | +4.72% | -8.68% | View data |
