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2024 White Paper on China's Eyeglass Industry Source: iResearch Consulting

2024 White Paper on China's Eyeglass Industry Source: iResearch Consulting

Steady market expansion  Functional lenses drive growth  Defocus, sports, and progressive lenses gai

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2024 China Ophthalmic Lens Industry White Paper | iResearch
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2024 China Ophthalmic Lens Industry White Paper

Steady market expansion

Functional lenses drive growth

Defocus, sports, and progressive lenses gaining momentum

01 China Ophthalmic Lens Market Overview

Steady growth · Functional demand · Promising future

Industry evolution: China's eyewear industry has gone through embryonic, growth, high-speed development, and full competition stages.

Since the 21st century, resin lenses and functional lenses have matured, while eco-friendly materials and premiumization shape the current landscape.

RMB 86.2B
2023 China eyewear retail market
RMB 37.8B
2023 lens retail value
+9.6% CAGR
Eyewear market 2023-2027e
RMB 53.5B
2027e lens market forecast

Driven by functional segments (defocus, sports, progressive lenses), the lens market is expected to grow at a 9.1% CAGR through 2027.

Rising eye health awareness and consumption upgrades reinforce positive momentum.

02 Lens Segment Deep Dive

Youth: Defocus lenses | Middle-aged: Sports eyewear | Seniors: Progressive lenses

🔍 Youth myopia management – Defocus spectacles

Defocus lenses significantly slow myopia progression.

Leading brands report spherical equivalent refraction slowing rates of 59%–67% and axial length slowing of 51%–60%.

Mainstream technologies: peripheral defocus, multi-zone positive optical defocus (DIMS),多点离焦, and同心环带微柱镜.

59%-67%
SER slowing rate
51%-60%
Axial length slowing

Top consumer brand choices: ZEISS, Essilor, MingYue.

Popular series: ZEISS Growth & MyoCare, MingYue Relax Control.

High brand loyalty and product trust drive purchase decisions.


🏃 Sports eyewear – for active middle-aged consumers

Light outdoor sports and fitness culture fuel demand for sports eyewear.

Key scenarios: skiing, motorcycling, cycling, running, swimming, hiking.

Product forms: sports optical glasses, sports sunglasses, protective goggles, and AR sports glasses.

Consumers prefer medium-to-high price products and are willing to pay a premium for quality and brand reputation.

Top purchased sports eyewear brands: Ray-Ban, Decathlon, Adidas, Nike, Smith Optics, Oakley.

Oakley stands out with science-meets-art design and professional solutions for extreme sports.


👓 Adult progressive lenses – aging population catalyst

Progressives allow clear vision at all distances (far, intermediate, near).

With rapid aging and higher expectations for wearing experience, progressive lenses are accelerating adoption.

Leading innovations: Essilor Varilux XR series (AI-powered dynamic vision), ZEISS Individual 2, MingYue Weishi progressive, and Huidi Starlight Free.

Top progressive lens brands: ZEISS, Essilor, Nikon, MingYue, Chemi, Hoya.

Word-of-mouth from professional opticians and high brand awareness are decisive.

The adult progressive market will boom as silver economy expands.

03 Key Players & Market Landscape

International technology leadership · Local brands with competitive value

Premium lens segments are dominated by international players such as ZEISS and Essilor, while domestic brands like MingYue, WanXin, and Huidi are expanding market share via cost performance and localized innovation.

ZEISS

Full-lifecycle vision solutions. Leading defocus lens "ZEISS MyoCare" and progressive series "Individual 2". Strong R&D and reputation.

Essilor

Varilux progressive pioneer, Stellest defocus lens, AI-powered XR series. Comprehensive portfolio for myopia control and presbyopia.

MingYue

Homegrown leader, easy-control defocus series and Weishi progressives. Multi-scenario product matrix, excellent value.

Oakley

Premium sports optics, innovative lens technologies (Prizm™). Dominates high-end sports segment in China.

Hoya

MiYOSMART defocus technology (DIMS). Progressive lenses三维 series for multifocal needs and fashion frame compatibility.

Huidi / WanXin

Rising domestic brands. Huidi Starlight Free progressive, WanXin Cool Age series — wide adapting areas and comfort.

🏅 Defocus segment: ZEISS, Essilor, MingYue, Hoya lead; Sports: Oakley leads high-end; Progressive: Essilor, ZEISS, Nikon, MingYue drive growth.

📈 Growth Catalysts & Social Drivers

15.4%
Population aged 65+ (2023)
37.2%
Regular exercise participants (2023)
51.9%
Myopia rate among children & adolescents (2022)
  • Aging society – Expanding presbyopia population fuels progressive lens demand.
  • Sports & wellness trend – Outdoor activities boost sports eyewear adoption; further growth ahead.
  • National myopia prevention gap – 51.9% myopia rate vs. 2030 target leaves huge potential for defocus lenses.
  • Policy tailwinds – “14th Five-Year Plan” eye health initiatives and NPC/CPPCC proposals drive industry upgrades.

iResearch forecasts China's lens market to reach RMB 53.5 billion by 2027, driven by defocus, sports, and progressive segments.

📋 Core product & technology overview

Defocus lens technologies

Peripheral defocus, DIMS, multiple micro-lenses, highly aspherical lenslet technology.

Key products: ZEISS MyoCare, Essilor Stellest, MingYue Easy Control, Hoya MiYOSMART.

Progressive lens product highlights

  • Essilor – Varilux XR series (AI dynamic vision), Varilux Comfort 3.0.
  • ZEISS – Individual 2, SmartLife Progressive, PhotoFusion.
  • MingYue – Weishi progressive series (smooth vision transitions).
  • Huidi – Starlight Free (ultra-wide usable zones, low astigmatism).
  • Hoya – 三维 S5/S6 series (adapts to trendy frames).

Sports eyewear matrix

Oakley Prizm™ lens technology enhances contrast, AR sports goggles (e.g. for cycling and skiing).

Leading brands continue to innovate in anti-fog, impact resistance, and lightweight frames.

🔖 Note: Consumer survey data based on iResearch iclick platform (N=300 for each segment) and market estimates.

📊 Consumer brand preference snapshot

👓 Defocus lenses

Top brands: ZEISS, Essilor, MingYue

Popular series: Growth, MyoCare, Easy Control

🏂 Sports eyewear

Ray-Ban, Decathlon, Adidas, Oakley, Nike

Driven by reputation and functional performance

📖 Progressive lenses

ZEISS, Essilor, Nikon, MingYue, Chemi, Hoya

Professional recommendation & brand trust matter most


*Based on iResearch consumer survey, October 2024. Defocus N=300; Progressive N=300.

©2024.12 iResearch Inc. | This page is based on the public version of "2024 China Ophthalmic Lens Industry White Paper".

Data: iResearch independent analysis, public sources, used for reference only.


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