Electric wheelchairs trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in electric wheelchairs was worth $899.8 million in 2024, about 44.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 43% since 2017, and up 4% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $899.8M | 44.5K t |
| 2023 | $868.4M | 42.2K t |
| 2022 | $808.4M | 45.2K t |
| 2021 | $697.2M | 37.6K t |
| 2020 | $593.6M | 34.9K t |
| 2019 | $717.0M | 37.7K t |
| 2018 | $696.4M | 30.7K t |
| 2017 | $629.3M | 27.1K t |
Top electric wheelchairs exporting countries
Exports are led by China (53%), Taiwan (9%) and Germany (8%). 121 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 69%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $474.6M | 53% |
| Taiwan | $77.0M | 8.6% |
| Germany | $68.5M | 7.6% |
| Netherlands | $40.8M | 4.5% |
| Poland | $40.2M | 4.5% |
| United States | $36.0M | 4% |
| Sweden | $28.8M | 3.2% |
| Canada | $15.2M | 1.7% |
| Switzerland | $14.4M | 1.6% |
| Denmark | $12.9M | 1.4% |
| Spain | $10.8M | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $10.2M | 1.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 22% of world imports, ahead of the United Kingdom and France. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 42% across 201 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $199.2M | 22% |
| United Kingdom | $104.0M | 12% |
| France | $78.0M | 8.7% |
| Germany | $63.7M | 7.1% |
| Australia | $44.3M | 4.9% |
| Norway | $38.3M | 4.3% |
| Canada | $37.3M | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $29.0M | 3.2% |
| Spain | $27.1M | 3% |
| Belgium | $23.1M | 2.6% |
| Poland | $18.8M | 2.1% |
| Italy | $18.8M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $20.21 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Netherlands averaged $34.15 per kg and China $17.94 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8713.90: Carriages for disabled persons: mechanically propelled. HS 8713 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most electric wheelchairs?
China exported $474.6 million in 2024, 53% of the world total, followed by Taiwan (9%) and Germany (8%). In all, 121 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most electric wheelchairs?
The United States imported $199.2 million in 2024, 22% of world imports, ahead of the United Kingdom (12%) and France (9%). The top three importers together take 42%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in electric wheelchairs?
It was worth $899.8 million in 2024, about 44.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 43% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 121 countries reported exports and 201 reported imports.
What is the average price of electric wheelchairs per kg?
The world average declared value was about $20.21 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Netherlands averaged $34.15 per kg and China $17.94 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for electric wheelchairs?
The HS code for electric wheelchairs is subheading 8713.90, in chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8713 page.
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