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Global Microscope Market 2025

Microscope Market Size

In 2021, the global microscope market increased by 31% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +4.2% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Microscope Production

In value terms, microscope production rose modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 20% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2021, global production growth remained at a lower figure.

Microscope Exports

Exports

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in shipments abroad of microscopes and diffraction apparatus, when their volume increased by 16% to X units. In general, total exports indicated a perceptible increase from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 33% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports attained the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, microscope exports amounted to $X in 2021. Overall, total exports indicated noticeable growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.8% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 40%. The global exports peaked at $X in 2018; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Exports by Country

Japan (X units) and the Czech Republic (X units) represented roughly 45% of total exports in 2021. The Netherlands (X units) held a 14% share (based on physical terms) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by China (8.8%), the UK (8%), the United States (7.7%) and Germany (5.1%). France (X units) took a little share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of +17.8%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest microscope supplying countries worldwide were the Czech Republic ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Japan ($X), together comprising 74% of global exports. Germany, the UK, the United States, China and France lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 19%.

China, with a CAGR of +17.4%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average microscope export price stood at $X per unit in 2021, dropping by -4% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price increased by 16% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2019 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per unit), while China ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+4.2%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Microscope Imports

Imports

In 2021, global imports of microscopes and diffraction apparatus surged to X units, growing by 44% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a strong expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, microscope imports rose remarkably to $X in 2021. In general, imports showed a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 42%. Global imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United States (X units) and South Korea (X units) were the main importers of microscopes and diffraction apparatus in 2021, reaching near 18% and 16% of total imports, respectively. India (X units) took the next position in the ranking, followed by Belgium (X units). All these countries together took near 20% share of total imports. The following importers - Germany (X units), the Netherlands (X units), the UK (X units), France (X units), Israel (X units), Japan (X units), Spain (X units), Italy (X units) and Taiwan (Chinese) (X units) - together made up 26% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for India (with a CAGR of +53.2%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, South Korea ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported microscopes and diffraction apparatus worldwide, comprising 21% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United States ($X), with an 8.7% share of global imports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 6.6% share.

In South Korea, microscope imports expanded at an average annual rate of +4.1% over the period from 2012-2021. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (+1.0% per year) and the Netherlands (+19.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average microscope import price amounted to $X per unit, falling by -22.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a slight contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by 25% against the previous year. Global import price peaked at $X per unit in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per unit), while Belgium ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+10.8%), while the other global leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of microscope consumption was China, accounting for 41% of total volume. Moreover, microscope consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, South Korea, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 11% share.
The countries with the highest volumes of microscope production in 2020 were Japan, the Czech Republic and the Netherlands, with a combined 76% share of global production. The United States, the UK and Hong Kong SAR lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 21%.
In value terms, the Czech Republic, the Netherlands and Japan appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2020, together accounting for 72% of global exports.
In value terms, China, South Korea and the United States were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2020, with a combined 66% share of global imports. The Netherlands, Germany, Japan, Taiwan Chinese), the UK and France lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 19%.
The average microscope export price stood at $2,547 per unit in 2020, picking up by 3.4% against the previous year.
In 2020, the average microscope import price amounted to $2,463 per unit, declining by -10.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global microscope market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 26516100 - Microscopes and diffraction apparatus (excluding optical microscopes)

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Nikon, Olympus, Leica, Zeiss, Omax, AmScope, Meiji, Bruker Corporation, JEOL Ltd., Danaher Corporation, Hitachi, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Oxford Instruments, Accu-Scope Inc., Euromex Microscopen BV, Mitutoyo, Dino-Lite, GT Vision, Basler AG, Motic

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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