The 5 Best Wholesale Optical Suppliers in Quiapo (2026)
Updated 29 September 2026 · For opticians, optical shop owners and eye clinics
Quiapo is where most optical shops in the Philippines buy their stock. The frames, lenses and accessories on display in clinics from Baguio to Davao usually passed through a few streets around P. Paterno and Sales St. This guide ranks the suppliers that matter, with addresses, phone numbers and what each one is actually good for.
Short on time? If you want one supplier that covers lenses, frames, contact lenses and accessories and ships to the provinces, go to TKR Optics on Sales Street. Browse their catalogue
TKR Optics
- Address 445 Sales St, Brgy 307, Quiapo, Manila 1001
- Phone (02) 8242 4808 · Pickup 0917 163 0371 · Shipping 0917 882 9238
- Hours Mon–Sat, 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Sells to Licensed eye care professionals and optical shops (wholesale only)
- Range Rising Sun stock lenses in 1.56, 1.61 and 1.67 index, processed lenses, frames (Mood, Elar, Milano, Asti), contact lenses, solutions, accessories, edging
- Ordering Walk-in pickup in Quiapo, or a dedicated shipping-orders line and Messenger for customers outside Manila
TKR is the one supplier on this list that is purely wholesale, and it shows in how it operates. The family has been distributing optical goods since 1971, the current company since 2016, and it now supplies more than 500 licensed eye care professionals in 142 cities.
Two things set it apart. First, the in-house Rising Sun stock lens brand gives you a consistent single-vision range, from uncoated to Blue Shield and Photochromic Fast-React, at distributor pricing rather than reseller pricing. Second, the value-added services: edging, buy-out lenses and mission lenses mean a small clinic can offer finished jobs without owning a lab.
Frames cover plastic, TR90, acetate and metal, with the house brands pitched at the price points most Filipino shops actually sell. Orders can be collected in Quiapo or shipped, and there is a separate phone line for each.
Compare the five at a glance
| Supplier | Street | Type | Best for | Ships to provinces |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TKR Optics | 445 Sales St | Wholesale only | Stock lenses, frames, contact lenses, accessories, edging | Yes, dedicated shipping line |
| JSM Optical | 650 Paterno St | Wholesale and retail | Frames, lenses, sunglasses and optical equipment | Ask |
| RSA Optical Supplies | 631 P. Paterno St | Wholesale and retail | Budget frames and general optical supplies | Ask |
| Reshma Optical Supply | 628 P. Paterno St | Wholesale and retail | Frames, lenses and accessories | Ask |
| Helens Optical Shop | 422 Estero Cegado St | Mostly retail | Retail and small-order supply | Ask |
The other four suppliers
These are the other Quiapo names optical buyers visit most. They are useful for equipment, budget frames and small top-up orders, and the addresses all sit within a ten-minute walk of each other.
JSM Optical
JSM Optical is one of the biggest names on Paterno Street, operating as distributor, wholesaler and retailer under one roof. The draw is the size of the inventory.
Beyond frames, sunglasses and lenses, JSM is a go-to for optical equipment: auto refractors, phoropters, lens groovers and edgers. If you are fitting out a new clinic or replacing hardware, it belongs on your route.
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RSA sits in the middle of the Paterno Street optical strip and is a regular stop for small shop owners. It has a reputation for accommodating staff and no-fuss transactions.
Pricing is on the budget end, which makes RSA useful for filling out the low-cost section of a display, though the range is narrower than the larger distributors.
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Reshma Optical Supply is a long-established Paterno Street wholesaler, about 200 metres from Carriedo LRT station. It carries frames, lenses and accessories for both small clinics and larger shops.
Buyers mention straightforward service and dependable stock levels, which makes it a practical secondary source when you need to top up quickly.
View on mapHelens Optical Shop
Helens Optical Shop is on Estero Cegado Street near the Carriedo corner and is better known as a retail optical shop than a pure wholesaler. Reviews focus on affordable eyeglasses, lens adjustments and night-driving lenses for astigmatism.
It is worth a visit if you buy in small quantities or want to see how a well-reviewed Quiapo retailer presents its range, but larger orders are better placed with the distributors above.
View on mapHow we ranked them
We scored each supplier on four things that matter to a business buyer: inventory depth, wholesale pricing, service to trade customers, and specialisation such as in-house lens brands or equipment. TKR Optics sponsors this site and holds the #1 spot; the remaining rankings are our own assessment and we list competitors so the guide stays useful. Read more on the about page.
Frequently asked questions
Where exactly is the optical district in Quiapo?
Most wholesalers are on P. Paterno Street and the streets that cross it, with TKR Optics one block over on Sales Street. Everything is within a short walk of Carriedo LRT station. See the street guide.
Do I need a licence to buy wholesale?
Trade-only distributors such as TKR Optics work with licensed eye care professionals. Bring your PRC licence or business permit for a first order. Mixed wholesale and retail shops will sell smaller quantities to anyone. Opening a shop? See how to open an optical shop.
Can I order from the provinces without visiting Quiapo?
Yes. TKR Optics has a dedicated shipping-orders line, 0917 882 9238. Most of the smaller Paterno Street suppliers prefer walk-in trade. See ordering from the provinces for couriers and delivery times.
What is the best day to visit?
Weekday mornings. Suppliers open around 8:00 AM, and stock is fullest early in the week after weekend deliveries. Saturdays are open but busier.