What Universe Optical does

Universe Optical is a privately held Chinese eyewear manufacturer established in 2002 and headquartered at Fanhua Building, No. 116 Dingmaoqiao Road, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu. The company designs and produces eyeglass frames across five material categories — acetate, TR90, metal, injection, and titanium — plus sunglasses, and manufactures seven categories of eyeglass cases (EVA, handmade, metal, plastic, soft, pouch, SET bundles) and complementary accessories such as microfiber cleaning cloths. Its 81,000 m2 single-site factory anchors large-scale production, and it exports to more than 100 countries and regions.

The business operates primarily on an OEM/ODM model serving global eyewear brands and private-label buyers, with no consumer-direct branding and no public revenue disclosure. Pricing is quote-based with unit-level MOQs starting at 100-500 pieces for standard items and higher for custom designs; lead times are 7-15 days for stock items and 15-30 days for custom work. Go-to-market relies on a multilingual website (60+ languages), phone and email inquiry capture, and wholesale marketplace presence (Alibaba). The company holds ten-plus compliance certifications, including CE, FDA, REACH, GRS, BSCI, ISO, and TRI, and has established research collaborations with universities for sustainable material development, including frames and cases produced from agricultural and forestry waste.

Revenue is generated through hardware sales of frames, cases, and accessories to brand customers; the customer base is characterized generically as "Leading Brands" with no named logos disclosed. Ownership is private with no evidence of institutional investors, parent company, or subsidiaries. Management team composition is not disclosed in available materials.

Name

Universe Optical

Legal name

Universe Optical Group

Website

https://universeeyewear.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Universe Optical is a privately held Chinese OEM/ODM manufacturer of eyeglass frames (acetate, TR90, metal, injection, titanium), sunglasses, cases, and accessories, operating from an 81,000 m2 Zhenjiang facility and exporting to over 100 countries for global eyewear brands and private-label buyers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Eyewear Manufacturing

NAICS

Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing (339115)

SIC

Ophthalmic Goods (3851)

akta.pro primary industry

Eyewear Manufacturing & OEM/ODM (Frames & Sunglasses) (CRAAAKAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Prescription Eyewear Frames (Optical) (CRAAAKAA), Sport & Performance Eyewear (CRAAAKAC)

Keywords

• OEM eyewear manufacturing
• Eyeglass frames
• Eyeglass cases
• ODM eyewear solutions
• Private label eyewear

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Eyeglass Frames Manufacturing: Design and production of high-quality eyeglass frames in various materials (acetate, TR90, metal, sunglasses) sold to global brands and customers.
2. Eyeglasses Cases Manufacturing: Production and sale of protective eyeglass cases including EVA, handmade, metal, plastic, soft cases, and pouches.
3. Cleaning Cloth & Accessories: Microfiber cleaning cloths and eyewear accessories as complementary product line.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Universe Optical designs and manufactures eyeglass frames and cases, offering OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturing) and ODM (Original Design Manufacturing) services to global eyewear brands and private-label buyers. Its product portfolio includes TR90, acetate, metal, injection, and sunglasses frames; EVA, handmade, metal, plastic, soft cases, pouches, and bundled sets; and microfiber cleaning cloths. Production runs on a 81,000 m2 factory floor in Zhenjiang, China, with sustainable material options and 10+ regulatory certifications supporting exports to over 100 countries.

Product overview

Universe Optical is a manufacturer specializing in high-quality eyeglass frames and cases. The product portfolio includes four main eyeglass frame types: TR90 Frames (lightweight flexible frames), Acetate Frames (premium colorful frames), Metal Frames (sturdy elegant frames), and Sunglasses (UV-protective frames in various materials). The company also produces seven categories of eyeglass cases including Soft Cases, Handmade Cases, Metal Cases, Plastic Cases, EVA Cases, Pouches, and SET bundles. Eyeglass accessories include Cleaning Cloths. The company offers OEM & ODM manufacturing services for custom eyewear solutions, serving global brands with products exported to 100+ countries and regions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• TR90 Frames Lightweight, flexible, and durable eyeglass frames made from TR90 thermoplastic material, resistant to deformation. Sold to global eyewear brands and private-label buyers for OEM/ODM resale.
• Acetate Frames Premium eyeglass frames made from acetate material, offering vibrant colors, patterns, and comfortable wear. Manufactured for global brands and private-label wholesale customers.
• Metal Frames Sturdy and elegant eyeglass frames constructed from metal materials, providing durability and a sophisticated appearance. Manufactured for OEM/ODM customers.
• Sunglasses Sunglasses frames available in various styles including TR90, acetate, and metal, designed for UV protection and fashion. Sold to brands and wholesale buyers.
• Injection Frames Eyeglass frames manufactured using injection molding process for cost-effective production and design flexibility. OEM/ODM offering.
• Soft Cases Flexible, lightweight eyeglass cases made from soft materials like PU leather, microfiber, and fabric for everyday protection. Available with custom branding.
• Handmade Cases Handcrafted eyeglass cases featuring premium materials like genuine leather and textured PU leather with detailed finishing. Targeted at premium eyewear brands.
• Metal Cases Rigid metal eyeglass cases providing maximum protection against impacts and crushing. OEM/ODM offering with branding options.
• Plastic Cases Durable plastic eyeglass cases offering lightweight protection with various design options. OEM/ODM offering.
• EVA Cases Eyeglass cases made from EVA (ethylene-vinyl acetate) foam material, offering lightweight cushioning and durability. OEM/ODM offering.
• Pouch Cases Soft pouch-style eyeglass cases for convenient storage and portability. Available with custom branding for OEM/ODM buyers.
• Eyeglass Case Sets (SET) Bundled sets of eyeglass cases offering multiple case options for retail packaging. Sold to wholesale and brand customers.
• Cleaning Cloth Microfiber cleaning cloths for maintaining clean lenses and eyewear, available in customizable sizes and branding options. Sold to brands and wholesale buyers.
• OEM & ODM Eyewear Solutions Original Equipment Manufacturing and Original Design Manufacturing services for custom eyeglass frames, cases, and accessories tailored to client specifications, including material selection, design customization, and branded packaging.

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Universities and Research InstitutionsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniverse Optical actively collaborates with universities and research institutions to develop innovative and eco-friendly materials and production techniques. The company works on sustainable product lines using recycled and biodegradable materials derived from agricultural and forestry waste.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Safilo Group: Italian eyewear manufacturer producing frames and sunglasses under license for global brands; closely comparable as a contract/brand manufacturer of eyeglass frames with OEM/ODM-style brand relationships.
• Marcolin: Italian eyewear manufacturer producing frames and sunglasses for licensed and proprietary brands; operates a comparable OEM/ODM manufacturing model serving global brand customers, similar to Universe Optical's go-to-market.
• Silhouette International: Austrian eyewear manufacturer producing premium titanium and rimless frames under its own brand and for licensed partners; comparable as a custom-frame manufacturer targeting global brand customers.
• Kenmark Optical: US-based eyewear manufacturer producing frames under licensed and private-label programs; directly comparable OEM/ODM manufacturer of acetate, metal, and TR90-style frames for global brands.
• De Rigo: Italian eyewear group manufacturing and distributing frames and sunglasses for licensed brands (e.g., Police, Lozza); closely comparable manufacturer with OEM relationships similar to Universe Optical.
• Charmant Group: Japanese eyewear manufacturer with strong OEM/ODM operations producing frames in titanium and metal for global brands; comparable in custom frame manufacturing and multi-material capability.
• Marchon Eyewear: US-based eyewear manufacturer producing branded and licensed frames globally; comparable as a B2B frame manufacturer serving brand customers across multiple materials.

Broad incumbents

• EssilorLuxottica: Global eyewear incumbent and largest integrated frame/lens manufacturer/retailer (Ray-Ban, Oakley, LensCrafters); competes broadly in the same eyewear manufacturing space but at vastly greater scale and with branded retail capture, representing the dominant incumbent.

Emerging players

• Hwa Chin Optical (Shenzhen): Chinese eyewear manufacturer producing metal and acetate frames for global export; directly comparable Chinese OEM competitor focused on similar B2B frame customers with overlapping material capabilities.

Regional players

• Wenzhou headquartered Chinese eyewear OEMs (e.g., Wenzhou Zhantai Optical): Cluster of Chinese eyewear OEMs concentrated in Wenzhou producing acetate, metal, and TR90 frames for global export; comparable in OEM/ODM frame manufacturing, often competing for the same mid-market brand customers as Universe Optical.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/universeeyewear
• Instagraminstagram.com/universeeyewear
• Pinterestpinterest.com/universeeyewear

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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