Objective lenses (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $409.6 million of objective lenses (other) in 2024 (522 tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 189 countries. That is 16% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $409.6M | 522 t |
| 2023 | $351.8M | 477 t |
| 2022 | $224.8M | 265 t |
| 2021 | $232.2M | 327 t |
| 2020 | $219.1M | 275 t |
| 2019 | $212.7M | 264 t |
| 2018 | $201.9M | 223 t |
| 2017 | $190.7M | 243 t |
Where the United States imports objective lenses (other) from
Most of the value came from Japan (44%), Germany (24%), China (9%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $180.4M | 44% |
| Germany | $97.6M | 24% |
| China | $38.3M | 9.4% |
| Hong Kong | $37.1M | 9.1% |
| Israel | $18.8M | 4.6% |
| Sweden | $4.9M | 1.2% |
| Taiwan | $4.2M | 1% |
| Netherlands | $4.2M | 1% |
| Canada | $4.0M | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $3.2M | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $785.15 per kg, close to the world average of $884.22.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Objective lenses (other) exports from the United States
Exports of objective lenses (other) by the United States reached $184.5 million in 2024 (114 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 115 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Singapore (24%), Taiwan (17%), Japan (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest (+84% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $44.2M | 24% |
| Taiwan | $30.8M | 17% |
| Japan | $26.4M | 14% |
| Netherlands | $19.4M | 11% |
| Germany | $10.2M | 5.5% |
| South Korea | $7.1M | 3.8% |
| Philippines | $6.8M | 3.7% |
| China | $6.6M | 3.6% |
| Israel | $5.7M | 3.1% |
| Mexico | $3.5M | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States 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 States?
The United States imported objective lenses (other) worth $409.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 522 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 189 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply objective lenses (other) to the United States?
Japan was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($180.4 million), followed by Germany (24%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 62 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 52% on the year.
What is the average import price of objective lenses (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $785.15 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $884.22 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of objective lenses (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $190.7 million in 2017 to $409.6 million in 2024, an increase of 115%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $255.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export objective lenses (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $184.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Singapore, Taiwan and Japan. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $225.1 million a 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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