Wheelchair parts imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $407.1 million of wheelchair parts in 2024 (24.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 188 countries. Value rose 12% on 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 | $407.1M | 24.7K t |
| 2023 | $364.8M | 23.0K t |
| 2022 | $393.0M | 23.2K t |
| 2021 | $336.7M | 22.6K t |
| 2020 | $270.0M | 18.8K t |
| 2019 | $287.3M | 18.6K t |
| 2018 | $259.8M | 16.9K t |
| 2017 | $241.3M | 16.7K t |
Where the United States imports wheelchair parts from
China alone supplied 57% of it. Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+79% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $230.1M | 57% |
| Canada | $36.0M | 8.8% |
| Poland | $30.5M | 7.5% |
| Mexico | $30.1M | 7.4% |
| Taiwan | $29.3M | 7.2% |
| Germany | $15.9M | 3.9% |
| Australia | $6.7M | 1.7% |
| Sweden | $5.5M | 1.4% |
| India | $5.1M | 1.3% |
| Japan | $3.0M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.50 per kg, close to the world average of $18.54.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Wheelchair parts exports from the United States
The United States exported $89.2 million of wheelchair parts in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 101 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Canada (27%), United Kingdom (15%), Mexico (14%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $23.8M | 27% |
| United Kingdom | $13.4M | 15% |
| Mexico | $12.6M | 14% |
| Germany | $5.6M | 6.3% |
| Australia | $5.5M | 6.2% |
| Netherlands | $5.0M | 5.6% |
| Italy | $3.2M | 3.6% |
| Sweden | $2.9M | 3.2% |
| New Zealand | $2.6M | 2.9% |
| Japan | $2.5M | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States wheelchair parts imports (HS 8714.20): 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 8714.20: Carriages for disabled persons: parts and accessories thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of wheelchair parts imported by the United States?
The United States imported wheelchair parts worth $407.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 188 countries worldwide, with 32% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply wheelchair parts to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($230.1 million), followed by Canada (9%) and Poland (7%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 492% on the year.
What is the average import price of wheelchair parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.50 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $18.54 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of wheelchair parts to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $241.3 million in 2017 to $407.1 million in 2024, an increase of 69%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $320.0 million a year.
Does the United States also export wheelchair parts?
Yes. The United States exported $89.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the United Kingdom and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $317.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for wheelchair parts?
The HS code for wheelchair parts is subheading 8714.20. 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 8714 page.
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