Binocular and telescope parts trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in binocular and telescope parts was worth $305.0 million in 2024, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 57% since 2017, and up 18% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $305.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $257.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $328.6M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $307.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $252.8M | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $224.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $211.2M | 17.1K t |
| 2017 | $194.5M | 2.0K t |
Top binocular and telescope parts exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 26% of world exports, followed by the United States and Greece. The top three supply 48% between them, out of 98 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $80.3M | 26% |
| United States | $48.2M | 16% |
| Greece | $17.9M | 5.9% |
| Hong Kong | $17.1M | 5.6% |
| Israel | $17.0M | 5.6% |
| Germany | $16.0M | 5.3% |
| France | $15.0M | 4.9% |
| Austria | $10.4M | 3.4% |
| Japan | $8.9M | 2.9% |
| Luxembourg | $8.3M | 2.7% |
| Italy | $7.3M | 2.4% |
| Taiwan | $7.2M | 2.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (14%), the United Kingdom (9%) and Belarus (7%). 159 countries imported it, and the top three take 30% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $41.7M | 14% |
| United Kingdom | $26.7M | 8.8% |
| Belarus | $21.6M | 7.1% |
| Germany | $18.5M | 6.1% |
| Sweden | $15.4M | 5% |
| Israel | $14.4M | 4.7% |
| Australia | $11.8M | 3.9% |
| Canada | $11.1M | 3.6% |
| Hong Kong | $10.5M | 3.4% |
| China | $10.5M | 3.4% |
| Philippines | $9.8M | 3.2% |
| Spain | $9.7M | 3.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $114.48 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Greece averaged $3,077.31 per kg and Hong Kong $59.14 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 9005.90: Binoculars, monoculars, other optical telescopes, astronomical instruments (excluding those of radio-astronomy): parts and accessories (including mountings). HS 9005 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most binocular and telescope parts?
China exported $80.3 million in 2024, 26% of the world total, followed by the United States (16%) and Greece (6%). In all, 98 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most binocular and telescope parts?
The United States imported $41.7 million in 2024, 14% of world imports, ahead of the United Kingdom (9%) and Belarus (7%). The top three importers together take 30%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in binocular and telescope parts?
It was worth $305.0 million in 2024, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 57% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $328.6 million. 98 countries reported exports and 159 reported imports.
What is the average price of binocular and telescope parts per kg?
The world average declared value was about $114.48 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Greece averaged $3,077.31 per kg and Hong Kong $59.14 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for binocular and telescope parts?
The HS code for binocular and telescope parts is subheading 9005.90, in chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 9005 page.
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