In 2023, the import of contact lenses to the UK was approximately 1.7468 billion. The forecasted data shows a steady increase in value over the next five years, reaching 2.0147 billion by 2028. The year-on-year growth rate is consistently positive, reflecting a healthy upward trend in imports. Specifically, from 2024 to 2025, there's an approximate 3.0% increase, continuing to stabilize around 2.9-3.0% annually thereafter. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the period from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 2.9%.
Future trends to watch for:
- Technological advancements in contact lens production and materials.
- Changes in consumer preferences toward daily disposables or specialized lenses.
- Potential shifts due to Brexit-related trade agreements and regulations.
- Developments in global supply chain dynamics impacting imports.
