Optical devices (other) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in optical devices (other) was worth $3.67 billion in 2024, about 36.0 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 93% since 2017, and down 35% 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 | $3.67B | 36.0K t |
| 2023 | $5.64B | 51.1K t |
| 2022 | $11.89B | 91.8K t |
| 2021 | $38.76B | 554.2K t |
| 2020 | $28.80B | 613.7K t |
| 2019 | $31.86B | 614.3K t |
| 2018 | $43.92B | 780.0K t |
| 2017 | $51.09B | 778.2K t |
Top optical devices (other) exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 25% of world exports, followed by the United States and Canada. The top three supply 59% between them, out of 146 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $908.8M | 25% |
| United States | $695.2M | 19% |
| Canada | $574.6M | 16% |
| Taiwan | $263.8M | 7.2% |
| Israel | $205.6M | 5.6% |
| Germany | $159.2M | 4.3% |
| Japan | $89.9M | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $69.2M | 1.9% |
| Mexico | $48.9M | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $46.7M | 1.3% |
| Malaysia | $46.1M | 1.3% |
| Sweden | $45.5M | 1.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (32%), South Korea (8%) and Canada (4%). 207 countries imported it, and the top three take 44% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.17B | 32% |
| South Korea | $287.2M | 7.8% |
| Canada | $161.4M | 4.4% |
| Thailand | $138.6M | 3.8% |
| Germany | $133.9M | 3.6% |
| China | $113.2M | 3.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $107.1M | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $105.4M | 2.9% |
| Japan | $102.1M | 2.8% |
| Turkey | $94.7M | 2.6% |
| Mexico | $75.0M | 2% |
| Poland | $65.6M | 1.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $102.01 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $950.58 per kg and China $37.73 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 9013.80: Optical devices, appliances and instruments: n.e.c. in heading no. 9013 (including liquid crystal devices). HS 9013 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most optical devices (other)?
China exported $908.8 million in 2024, 25% of the world total, followed by the United States (19%) and Canada (16%). In all, 146 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most optical devices (other)?
The United States imported $1.17 billion in 2024, 32% of world imports, ahead of South Korea (8%) and Canada (4%). The top three importers together take 44%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in optical devices (other)?
It was worth $3.67 billion in 2024, about 36.0 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 93% since 2017. The peak year was 2017 at $51.09 billion. 146 countries reported exports and 207 reported imports.
What is the average price of optical devices (other) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $102.01 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $950.58 per kg and China $37.73 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for optical devices (other)?
The HS code for optical devices (other) is subheading 9013.80, 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 9013 page.
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