HOON SUNG OPTICAL CO, a Korean safety glasses manufacturer, offers unique, one-of-a-kind glasses. The company's buffalo horn frames, made from materials directly imported from Africa, are re-exported to countries like the United States, where they can fetch prices of up to USD 1000.

These buffalo horn frames are renowned for their lightweight comfort and luxurious appeal. Being made from natural materials, unlike traditional metal frames, they do not cause allergic reactions, making them extremely popular in the US, Italy, France, and other European countries.

HOON SUNG OPTICAL CO, a Korean safety glasses manufacturer also offers frames made from Indonesian wood, which have become quite popular. These frames showcase the natural color and texture of the wood. CEO Lee Jong-sun stated, “Frames made from buffalo horn and natural wood retain their unique natural patterns, giving each product a distinctive character. This uniqueness is our competitive edge.”

Despite their confidence in their products, HOON SUNG OPTICAL CO, a Korean safety glasses manufacturer faced significant challenges, including time, effort, and financial investment, before receiving their first overseas order.

CEO of HOON SUNG OPTICAL CO advised, “Companies new to exporting should abandon the urgency to make immediate profits and instead be prepared to invest at least a year of time and capital. Our company spends 2 to 3 years developing relationships with a single buyer.” 

He added, “Eyewear is a fashion item, and our company will continue to focus on developing creative and original products using various natural materials.”

Founded in 1993, HOON SUNG OPTICAL CO produces not only safety glasses but also sunglasses, frames, fashion glasses, and sports goggles.

The company holds international quality certifications such as ANSI (American National Standards Institute), AS (Australian Standards), EN166 (European standards for personal protective equipment), and CE (European safety standards). They also possess over 40 intellectual property rights, demonstrating their technical excellence.

Leveraging this technological prowess and their efforts in international expansion, HOON SUNG OPTICAL CO, a Korean safety glasses manufacturer exports safety glasses, eyewear, and sunglasses to over 50 countries, including those in Europe, the US, and the Middle East.

They have showcased new products and sought new buyers at events such as Vision Expo New York, the Milan Optical Fair in Italy, and the Paris Optical Fair in France.