Menicon Co. Ltd. announced in a company press release that its Rose K manufacturing partnership with Blanchard Contact Lenses, a division of CooperVision, concluded on December 31, 2025.

A ROSE K partner since 2003, Blanchard's dedication to manufacturing, distributor support, and practitioner training played a meaningful role in advancing care for patients with irregular corneas, says Menicon in the press release. 

“We extend our sincere gratitude to Blanchard Contact Lenses for their long-standing collaboration and commitment,” says Dr. Jennifer Choo, global director of the Specialty Lens Division at Menicon Co., Ltd. “Their clinical engagement and support for eyecare professionals have been instrumental in the growth of the ROSE K program in the US.”

As of January 1, 2026, US eyecare professionals can continue to access Rose K lenses through Menicon’s 3 manufacturing partners: ABB Optical Group, Art Optical, and X-Cel – Essilor Contacts. OM