Optical elements (other) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in optical elements (other) was worth $8.99 billion in 2024, about 186.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 14% since 2017, and up 4% 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 | $8.99B | 186.9K t |
| 2023 | $8.61B | 177.1K t |
| 2022 | $9.43B | 190.2K t |
| 2021 | $9.05B | 220.3K t |
| 2020 | $7.90B | 185.4K t |
| 2019 | $8.02B | 201.4K t |
| 2018 | $8.24B | 151.3K t |
| 2017 | $7.92B | 189.2K t |
Top optical elements (other) exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 31% of world exports, followed by Japan and the United States. The top three supply 58% between them, out of 138 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.79B | 31% |
| Japan | $1.40B | 16% |
| United States | $1.01B | 11% |
| South Korea | $656.7M | 7.3% |
| Taiwan | $626.0M | 7% |
| Germany | $607.4M | 6.8% |
| Switzerland | $243.6M | 2.7% |
| Hong Kong | $241.2M | 2.7% |
| Thailand | $219.8M | 2.4% |
| Singapore | $168.1M | 1.9% |
| Vietnam | $116.6M | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $110.2M | 1.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 20% of world imports, ahead of Vietnam and Japan. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 38% across 198 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.82B | 20% |
| Vietnam | $925.5M | 10% |
| Japan | $693.6M | 7.7% |
| Hong Kong | $679.9M | 7.6% |
| United States | $653.6M | 7.3% |
| Germany | $643.8M | 7.2% |
| South Korea | $494.9M | 5.5% |
| Taiwan | $418.8M | 4.7% |
| Thailand | $275.2M | 3.1% |
| Mexico | $207.4M | 2.3% |
| Singapore | $190.1M | 2.1% |
| Israel | $153.7M | 1.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $48.11 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $2,874.18 per kg and South Korea $14.42 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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The shipment records behind Optical elements (other) (HS 9001.90) importers and exporters, worldwide: companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 9001.90: Optical elements: lenses n.e.c. in heading no. 9001, prisms, mirrors and other optical elements, unmounted, of any material (excluding elements of glass not optically worked). HS 9001 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most optical elements (other)?
China exported $2.79 billion in 2024, 31% of the world total, followed by Japan (16%) and the United States (11%). In all, 138 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most optical elements (other)?
China imported $1.82 billion in 2024, 20% of world imports, ahead of Vietnam (10%) and Japan (8%). The top three importers together take 38%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in optical elements (other)?
It was worth $8.99 billion in 2024, about 186.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 14% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $9.43 billion. 138 countries reported exports and 198 reported imports.
What is the average price of optical elements (other) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $48.11 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $2,874.18 per kg and South Korea $14.42 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for optical elements (other)?
The HS code for optical elements (other) is subheading 9001.90, 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 9001 page.
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