Manual wheelchairs imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported manual wheelchairs worth $62.7 million (4.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 208 countries for imports of this product. That is 15% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $62.7M | 4.8K t |
| 2023 | $74.0M | 5.4K t |
| 2022 | $62.6M | 4.9K t |
| 2021 | $50.3M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $38.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2019 | $50.0M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $62.7M | 5.1K t |
| 2017 | $62.2M | 3.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports manual wheelchairs from
The largest suppliers were China (36%), France (24%), Germany (11%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+221% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $22.7M | 36% |
| France | $15.1M | 24% |
| Germany | $7.2M | 11% |
| India | $2.7M | 4.3% |
| Poland | $2.5M | 3.9% |
| United States | $2.2M | 3.5% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 3.2% |
| Sweden | $1.7M | 2.7% |
| Thailand | $1.6M | 2.5% |
| Taiwan | $905K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.98 per kg, 83% above the world average of $7.11. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Manual wheelchairs exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported manual wheelchairs worth $18.3 million (381 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to France (16%), Ireland (15%), United States (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+120% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.0M | 16% |
| Ireland | $2.7M | 15% |
| United States | $2.4M | 13% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 9.2% |
| Norway | $1.4M | 7.5% |
| Germany | $839K | 4.6% |
| Australia | $742K | 4.1% |
| Spain | $725K | 4% |
| Israel | $411K | 2.3% |
| Japan | $337K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom manual wheelchairs imports (HS 8713.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 8713.10: Carriages for disabled persons: not mechanically propelled.
Common questions
What is the value of manual wheelchairs imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported manual wheelchairs worth $62.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 208 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply manual wheelchairs to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($22.7 million), followed by France (24%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 221% on the year.
What is the average import price of manual wheelchairs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.98 per kg in 2024, 83% above the world average of $7.11 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of manual wheelchairs to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $62.2 million in 2017 to $62.7 million in 2024, an increase of 1%. The peak was 2023 at $74.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $57.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export manual wheelchairs?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $18.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Ireland and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $44.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for manual wheelchairs?
The HS code for manual wheelchairs is subheading 8713.10. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8713 page.
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