Objective lenses (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $26.9 million of objective lenses (other) in 2024 (48 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 9% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $26.9M | 48 t |
| 2023 | $29.6M | 48 t |
| 2022 | $25.3M | 55 t |
| 2021 | $19.2M | 29 t |
| 2020 | $16.6M | 49 t |
| 2019 | $17.3M | 32 t |
| 2018 | $18.4M | 57 t |
| 2017 | $18.0M | 92 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports objective lenses (other) from
Most of the value came from Japan (30%), Germany (25%), China (17%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $8.2M | 30% |
| Germany | $6.8M | 25% |
| China | $4.6M | 17% |
| United States | $3.2M | 12% |
| Switzerland | $1.3M | 4.7% |
| Sweden | $293K | 1.1% |
| Canada | $289K | 1.1% |
| Bulgaria | $251K | 0.9% |
| Belgium | $248K | 0.9% |
| Singapore | $231K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $566.01 per kg, 36% below the world average of $884.22, 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.
Objective lenses (other) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $24.9 million of objective lenses (other) in 2024 (31 tonnes). Most of it went to Ireland (38%), United States (13%), Germany (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Czech Republic grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $9.4M | 38% |
| United States | $3.2M | 13% |
| Germany | $2.6M | 11% |
| Hong Kong | $1.5M | 6.2% |
| Belgium | $1.1M | 4.3% |
| Lithuania | $1.1M | 4.2% |
| Denmark | $801K | 3.2% |
| Canada | $728K | 2.9% |
| China | $622K | 2.5% |
| Czech Republic | $562K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom objective lenses (other) imports (HS 9002.19): 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 9002.19: Lenses: objective, (other than for cameras, projectors or photographic enlargers or reducers), mounted, of any material (excluding elements of glass not optically worked).
Common questions
What is the value of objective lenses (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported objective lenses (other) worth $26.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 48 tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 189 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply objective lenses (other) to the United Kingdom?
Japan was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($8.2 million), followed by Germany (25%) and China (17%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 333% on the year.
What is the average import price of objective lenses (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $566.01 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $884.22 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of objective lenses (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.0 million in 2017 to $26.9 million in 2024, an increase of 49%. The peak was 2023 at $29.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $21.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export objective lenses (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $24.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the United States and Germany. That compares with imports of $26.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for objective lenses (other)?
The HS code for objective lenses (other) is subheading 9002.19. 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 9002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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