Optical filters trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in optical filters was worth $487.4 million in 2024, about 5.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 18% since 2017, and down 32% 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 | $487.4M | 5.6K t |
| 2023 | $716.5M | 108.3K t |
| 2022 | $545.2M | 7.9K t |
| 2021 | $512.4M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $448.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $448.1M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $427.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $411.8M | 1.7K t |
Top optical filters exporting countries
The United States is the largest exporter with 25% of world exports, followed by China and Japan. The top three supply 54% between them, out of 133 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $122.9M | 25% |
| China | $90.7M | 19% |
| Japan | $51.1M | 11% |
| Germany | $51.0M | 11% |
| Taiwan | $28.5M | 5.9% |
| Canada | $13.5M | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $13.0M | 2.7% |
| Switzerland | $10.2M | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $9.5M | 2% |
| France | $9.0M | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $7.0M | 1.4% |
| Singapore | $7.0M | 1.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 11% of world imports, ahead of China and Germany. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 30% across 199 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $55.7M | 11% |
| China | $50.9M | 11% |
| Germany | $40.5M | 8.3% |
| Japan | $36.3M | 7.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $26.4M | 5.4% |
| Netherlands | $25.3M | 5.2% |
| South Korea | $21.0M | 4.3% |
| Taiwan | $17.6M | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $16.9M | 3.5% |
| Singapore | $15.6M | 3.2% |
| France | $13.6M | 2.8% |
| Canada | $12.2M | 2.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $86.53 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Canada averaged $1,661.54 per kg and China $121.71 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 filters (HS 9002.20) 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 9002.20: Filters: mounted as parts or fittings for instruments or apparatus, of any material (excluding elements of glass not optically worked). HS 9002 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most optical filters?
The United States exported $122.9 million in 2024, 25% of the world total, followed by China (19%) and Japan (10%). In all, 133 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most optical filters?
The United States imported $55.7 million in 2024, 11% of world imports, ahead of China (10%) and Germany (8%). 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 optical filters?
It was worth $487.4 million in 2024, about 5.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 18% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $716.5 million. 133 countries reported exports and 199 reported imports.
What is the average price of optical filters per kg?
The world average declared value was about $86.53 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Canada averaged $1,661.54 per kg and China $121.71 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 optical filters?
The HS code for optical filters is subheading 9002.20, 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 9002 page.
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