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Mexico: Wheelchair Market 2025

Wheelchair Market Size in Mexico

The Mexican wheelchair market skyrocketed to $X in 2021, rising by 56% against the previous year. In general, the total consumption indicated strong growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.4% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption increased by +55.9% against 2018 indices. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Wheelchair Production in Mexico

In value terms, wheelchair production dropped rapidly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, the total production indicated a tangible expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.3% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production decreased by -9.6% against 2016 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 83%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then contracted rapidly in the following year.

Wheelchair Exports

Exports from Mexico

In 2021, the amount of wheelchairs exported from Mexico reduced markedly to X units, waning by -44.4% compared with 2020. Overall, exports continue to indicate a pronounced slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 161% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X units. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, wheelchair exports dropped markedly to $X in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a noticeable decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 54%. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States (X units) was the main destination for wheelchair exports from Mexico, accounting for a 88% share of total exports. Moreover, wheelchair exports to the United States exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Canada (X units), tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States totaled -5.4%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for wheelchairs exports from Mexico, comprising 80% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Canada ($X), with a 14% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States stood at -5.5%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average wheelchair export price amounted to $X per unit, growing by 6.5% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 47%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per unit in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to the United States stood at $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Canada (+2.0%).

Wheelchair Imports

Imports into Mexico

In 2021, overseas purchases of wheelchairs decreased by 0% to X units, falling for the fourth consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports recorded a notable expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 49% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X units in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, wheelchair imports totaled $X in 2021. In general, imports posted a moderate expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 22% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X units) was the main supplier of wheelchair to Mexico, with a 98% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States (X units), with a 1.4% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China amounted to +2.5%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of wheelchairs to Mexico, comprising 89% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United States ($X), with a 9% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China stood at +3.7%.

Import Prices by Country

The average wheelchair import price stood at $X per unit in 2021, approximately equating the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 11%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per unit. From 2015 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per unit), while the price for China stood at $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+8.2%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for wheelchairs in the world?

India remains the largest wheelchair consuming country worldwide, accounting for 51% of total volume. Moreover, wheelchair consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by China, with a 6.2% share.

What are the largest producers of wheelchairs in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, China and Japan, with a combined 90% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of wheelchairs to Mexico?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of wheelchair to Mexico, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 12% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of wheelchairs from Mexico?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for wheelchair exports from Mexico, comprising 80% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada, with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by Israel, with a 0.7% share.

What is the average export price for wheelchairs in Mexico?

The average wheelchair export price stood at $340 per unit in 2021, with an increase of 8.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for wheelchairs in Mexico?

In 2021, the average wheelchair import price amounted to $85 per unit, increasing by 13% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wheelchair market in Mexico. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 30922030 - Invalid carriages not mechanically propelled
Prodcom 30922090 - Invalid carriages motorised or mechanically propelled

Country coverage:

Mexico

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Mexico
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024