Contact Lens Solution Market Report 2025

This report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The contact lens solution market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.56 billion in 2024 to $3.79 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing prevalence of vision disorders, research and development innovations, aging population, changing lifestyles and fashion trends, and increasing awareness and education.

The contact lens solution market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.89 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising disposable income, advancements in health and hygiene standards, customization and personalization trends, e-commerce growth, and integration of smart technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include sustainable practices, telemedicine integration, smart packaging and IoT integration, advancements in antimicrobial solutions, and augmented reality (AR) and virtual try-ons.

The anticipated rise in the incidence of vision disorders is expected to drive growth within the contact lens market in the foreseeable future. Vision disorders encompass a spectrum of conditions affecting the visual system, including the eyes and the brain, leading to abnormalities or impairments in clear vision, interpretation of visual information, or maintenance of eye health. Contact lens solutions play a pivotal role in managing vision disorders by facilitating cleaning, disinfection, and storage of contact lenses, thereby ensuring optimal hygiene and reducing the risk of eye infections. As reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in November 2022, over 3 million Americans were afflicted with glaucoma, a condition capable of damaging the optic nerve, with projections indicating an increase to 6.3 million by 2050. Consequently, the escalating incidence of vision disorders propels the expansion of the contact lens solution market.

Prominent entities within the contact lens solution market are actively engaged in developing novel products, such as advanced multipurpose contact lens solutions, to maintain a competitive edge. Multipurpose contact lens solutions are liquid formulations tailored for cleaning, disinfecting, storing, and moisturizing contact lenses. For instance, in November 2022, Bausch + Lomb Inc., a US-based eye health products company, unveiled Biotrue Advanced Multi-Purpose Solution - a groundbreaking contact lens solution engineered to deliver enhanced moisture, advanced cleaning, and disinfection capabilities. Building upon the success of its predecessor, the new Biotrue formula boasts 25% more hyaluronan (HA) to sustain lens moisture, alongside a proprietary blend of ingredients inspired by the Tear Film and Ocular Surface Society's DEWS II report. Biotrue Advanced addresses the needs of contact lens wearers, particularly those experiencing dryness, by providing advanced comfort and up to 12 hours of moisture compared to the original Biotrue formulation.

In April 2022, Euclid Vision Corporation, a US-based contact lens supplier, acquired Visionary Optics for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition allows Euclid Vision Corporation to enhance its position in the specialty contact lens market by improving its product offerings and services. The acquisition aims to better serve patients and eye care professionals with advanced optical solutions. Visionary Optics, a US-based manufacturer of optical products, is known for designing and distributing scleral contact lenses and other specialty lenses, which are crucial for individuals with complex visual needs.

Major companies operating in the contact lens solution market report are AbbVie Inc., Alcon Laboratories Inc., Hoya Corporation, Bausch + Lomb Inc., Cooper Companies Inc., CooperVision Inc., VSP Vision Care Inc., Cipla Limited, Carl Zeiss Meditech AG, Santen Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd., Johnson & Johnson Vision Care Inc., Menicon Co. Ltd., City Lens, GrandVision B.V., St. Shine Optical Co. Ltd., INTEROJO Co. Ltd., Ophtecs Corporation, X-Cel Specialty Contacts, Contamac Limited, Mark'Ennovy Personalized Care SL, SynergEyes Inc., Clearlab, Stericon Pharma Pvt. Ltd., Neovision Co. Ltd., Clean Care, Ciba Vision Nordic, FreshKon.

North America was the largest region in the contact lens solution market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the contact lens solution market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the contact lens solution market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The contact lens solution market consists of sales of hydrogen peroxide solutions, saline solutions, enzymatic cleaners, protein remover tablets, and lens cases. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

Contact lens solution is a sterile liquid designed specifically for cleaning, disinfecting, rinsing, and storing contact lenses. Its primary purpose is to uphold lens hygiene, promote comfort, and mitigate the risk of eye infections for individuals utilizing contact lenses.

The main categories of contact lens solutions include multi-purpose, hydrogen-peroxide-based, and other specialized solutions. Multi-purpose solutions serve the comprehensive functions of cleaning, disinfecting, rinsing, and storing contact lenses. They are compatible with various lens materials such as gas permeable lenses, silicone hydrogel lenses, and hybrid lenses. These solutions are made available through different distribution channels, including e-commerce, retail outlets, and other relevant distribution channels.

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