Eyeglasses and goggles imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported eyeglasses and goggles worth $177.1 million (4.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 219 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $685.5 million.
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 | $177.1M | 4.4K t |
| 2023 | $172.3M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $151.3M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $134.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $685.5M | 18.7K t |
| 2019 | $150.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $152.2M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $184.2M | 4.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports eyeglasses and goggles from
The largest suppliers were China (34%), Poland (14%), Thailand (13%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $60.9M | 34% |
| Poland | $24.8M | 14% |
| Thailand | $22.6M | 13% |
| India | $16.7M | 9.4% |
| Italy | $13.2M | 7.4% |
| Taiwan | $12.6M | 7.1% |
| Germany | $5.9M | 3.3% |
| Hungary | $5.2M | 3% |
| United States | $4.4M | 2.5% |
| France | $3.8M | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $40.61 per kg, 27% above the world average of $31.86. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Eyeglasses and goggles exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of eyeglasses and goggles by the United Kingdom reached $36.1 million in 2024 (477 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to United States (42%), Belgium (10%), Netherlands (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest (+617% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $15.1M | 42% |
| Belgium | $3.5M | 9.8% |
| Netherlands | $2.5M | 7% |
| Ireland | $2.0M | 5.5% |
| Germany | $1.9M | 5.1% |
| Hungary | $1.6M | 4.4% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 2.9% |
| Israel | $966K | 2.7% |
| France | $745K | 2.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $701K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom eyeglasses and goggles imports (HS 9004.90): 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 9004.90: Spectacles, goggles and the like: (other than sunglasses) corrective, protective or other.
Common questions
What is the value of eyeglasses and goggles imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported eyeglasses and goggles worth $177.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 219 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply eyeglasses and goggles to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($60.9 million), followed by Poland (14%) and Thailand (13%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 68 supplier countries in total. Hungary grew fastest among the top ten, up 20% on the year.
What is the average import price of eyeglasses and goggles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $40.61 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $31.86 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of eyeglasses and goggles to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $184.2 million in 2017 to $177.1 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2020 at $685.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $225.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export eyeglasses and goggles?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $36.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Belgium and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $141.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for eyeglasses and goggles?
The HS code for eyeglasses and goggles is subheading 9004.90. 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 9004 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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