The European export of contact lenses in 2023 saw Ireland leading with a significant volume, followed by Germany and the United Kingdom. Hungary experienced the highest growth rate. While most countries reported positive growth, the Netherlands and Poland showed slight declines. Denmark's export surged remarkably, whereas Finland saw a notable decrease. Countries like Austria, Croatia, and Bulgaria outpaced others in growth rate, albeit from smaller bases.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in lens materials and design, potential changes in regulatory frameworks affecting market access, and increased demand driven by elevated digital device usage and eye health awareness across Europe.
Top countries in Export of Contact Lenses by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Items) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ireland | 3,928,700,000 | 2023 | +8.66% | +2.9% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 1,917,500,000 | 2023 | +6.37% | +2.47% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 1,753,200,000 | 2023 | +3.3% | +3.82% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 837,740,000 | 2023 | +5.11% | +6.36% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 480,600,000 | 2023 | +8.54% | +3.05% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovenia | 73,643,000 | 2023 | +5.29% | +5.07% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 39,291,000 | 2023 | +6.44% | +3.75% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 38,836,000 | 2023 | +6.79% | -0.52% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 29,902,000 | 2023 | +5.04% | +4.56% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 26,092,000 | 2023 | +4.88% | -1.07% | View data |
