Plastic spectacle lenses imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported plastic spectacle lenses worth $10.1 million (242 tonnes). That is 8% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10.1M | 242 t |
| 2023 | $9.3M | 43 t |
| 2022 | $10.0M | 205 t |
| 2021 | $9.7M | 358 t |
| 2020 | $7.8M | 304 t |
| 2019 | $8.3M | 62 t |
| 2018 | $7.6M | 35 t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 18 t |
Where Egypt imports plastic spectacle lenses from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 92% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.3M | 92% |
| Hungary | $230K | 2.3% |
| Italy | $195K | 1.9% |
| South Korea | $185K | 1.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $59K | 0.6% |
| Thailand | $52K | 0.5% |
| India | $27K | 0.3% |
| Japan | $16K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $13K | 0.1% |
| Philippines | $13K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $41.71 per kg, 58% below the world average of $98.68, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt plastic spectacle lenses imports (HS 9001.50): 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 9001.50: Lenses, spectacle: unmounted, of materials other than glass.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic spectacle lenses imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported plastic spectacle lenses worth $10.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 242 tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 207 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic spectacle lenses to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($9.3 million), followed by Hungary (2%) and Italy (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 119% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic spectacle lenses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $41.71 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $98.68 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plastic spectacle lenses to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $10.1 million in 2024, an increase of 215%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic spectacle lenses?
The HS code for plastic spectacle lenses is subheading 9001.50. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9001 page.
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