Contact Lens Market Global Share, Trend Analysis and Forecast Report

Contact Lens Market Report, By Technology, Product Type, Usage Type, Application, Design and Geography - Global Market Share, Trend Analysis & Forecast , 2019 - 2028

Report Code : hc1815 | Publish Date : Upcoming | Industry : Healthcare | Geography : Global


A contact lens is a thin, bended lens set on the film of tears that covers the surface of the eye. The focal point itself is normally clear, however is frequently given the scarcest tinge of shading to make them easier for wearers to handle. The present contact lenses are either hard or delicate. The vast majority wear the last shape now, however it wasn't too long back that contact lenses were even glass blown.

Contact Lens Market Outlook

One of the major drivers for this market is the quickly rising number of eye disorders. The expansion in the utilization of computerized machines and devices, including gaming consoles, PCs, and other electronic items has been one of the main reflections adding to the in the ascent in eye issue among the youth. Likewise, increase in smoking, and ultraviolet light exposure additionally bothers these eye issue. Most of the cases detailed were eye issue, such as, refractive blunder, cataract, and glaucoma is rising, prompting visual weakness or visual deficiency. Additionally, the sudden increment in the diabetic populace is another motive behind the rise in various eye issue. This exponentially increasing rate of eye issue among the populace will impel the development of global soft contact lens market for the following couple of years.

Contact Lens Market Segmental Overview

The global contact lens market is segmented based on technology, product type, application, design, and region. 

Contact Lens Market by Technology 

Technology wise, the worldwide contact lens market is classified into spin casting, cast moulding and lathe cutting. While the lathe cutting fragment is anticipated for the most promising development rate, the cast molding section will remain the most beneficial innovation all through the time of 2019-2024. Cast molding or injection molding is the most prevalent and large-scale manufacturing technique of assembling contact lenses, for the most part utilized for making disposable soft contact lenses and is more affordable than different technologies. 

Contact Lens Market by Product Type 

By product, the market is sub-segmented into Soft Lens and Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) Lens. Soft lenses are comprised of materials that are translucent and adaptable, such as, silicone hydrogel. These are high on oxygen penetrability and in addition on water maintenance limit, which make them extremely relaxed for extended wear. Soft lens can be utilized for rectifying both close and farsightedness and additionally circular distortion of the eye. 

Contact Lens Market by Application 

By application, the global market is categorized into corrective lens, therapeutic lens, contact lens, prosthetic lens and life-style oriented lens. The corrective section is set to rule the contact lens market amid the conjecture time frame. The ascent in various individuals with eye issue has prompted the rise in demand for vision revision products such as corrective eyeglasses and contact lenses is the major attributor to the development of this segment in the contact lens market. 

Contact Lens Market by Design 

Based on design, this market is classified into spherical, toric, multifocal and others. Among these, the spherical design segment is holding more than the half request share in the general market and is prepared to remain exceptionally gainful all through the estimate time of 2018 to 2024. Spherical contact lenses have same power in all meridians of the lens. They have an even bend all through the surface of the lens. They twist light toward each path equally making different central focuses. Spherical contact lenses are for the most part used to remedy myopia and hyperopia. As they have even power all through the focal point, rotation of the lens won't spoil vision in any shape. 

Contact Lens Market by Geography 

Geographically, the market is sub-divided into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Rest of the World. Although, North America is relied upon to hold the prominent position regarding general demand share. This can be credited to the expanding number of moderately aged and senior ophthalmological patient in this provincial market. Furthermore, because of the rising youthful age's vision issue and their hesitant about their appearance is further supporting the North America contact lenses market. Europe and Asia Pacific will clutch their second and third positions individually during the forecast period.

Contact Lens Market Key Players

The major players involved in this market are Menicon Group, Johnson & Johnson, Novartis International AG, The Cooper Companies Inc., SynergEyes Inc., STAAR Surgical, Carl Zeiss AG, ABBott Medical Optics, Essilor International S.A. etc.



The global contact lens market is segmented based on technology, product type, usage type, design and geography. The delicate focal point section gives different applications to the contact lenses market and hence is one of the major contributors to the market share. Progressions like drug delivery lenses, in the contact lenses technology and growing adoption trends in different local markets are required to drive the market demand over the figure time frame. By technology, lathe cutting segment is expected to grow at a faster rate while the cast moulding section is expected to dominate the market up to 2024. Due to the expanding number of moderately aged and senior ophthalmological patient in the provincial market in North America, this region is expected to dominate the global contact lens market. By design, the spherical design is holding more than the half demand share in the general market and is set up to remain outstandingly productive all through the gauge time of 2018 to 2024. The major players involved in this market are Menicon Group, Johnson & Johnson, Novartis International AG, The Cooper Companies Inc., SynergEyes Inc., STAAR Surgical, Carl Zeiss AG, ABBott Medical Optics, Essilor International S.A. etc. 

Why to buy this report:

  • The report offers changing market dynamics in the contact lens industry, presenting historical, current and projected market size in terms of value (USD Million)
  • The research study provides an in-depth analysis of the industry value chain focusing on the peer and parent markets of contact lens market
  • It presents a comprehensive assessment of geographical regions exhibiting promising growth, potential and niche segments, and a neutral perspective on the contact lens market performance
  • The report also offers strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations and competitive landscape, mapping the key common trends of contact lens market