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Slovakia: Wheelchair Market 2025

Wheelchair Market Size in Slovakia

In 2021, the Slovak wheelchair market decreased by -3.4% to $X for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Over the period under review, consumption saw a pronounced increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Wheelchair Exports

Exports from Slovakia

In 2021, exports of wheelchairs from Slovakia surged to X units, increasing by 109% on the previous year. In general, exports saw a modest increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 174%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, wheelchair exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports showed a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 234% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

The Czech Republic (X units) was the main destination for wheelchair exports from Slovakia, accounting for a 42% share of total exports. Moreover, wheelchair exports to the Czech Republic exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Germany (X units), threefold. Denmark (X units) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 10% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the Czech Republic amounted to +77.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Germany (-5.6% per year) and Denmark (+162.5% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for wheelchair exported from Slovakia were Denmark ($X), Germany ($X) and the Czech Republic ($X), with a combined 65% share of total exports. Poland, Ukraine, Australia and Austria lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 24%.

Among the main countries of destination, Poland, with a CAGR of +1,825.2%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average wheelchair export price stood at $X per unit in 2021, with an increase of 16% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by 217%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2019 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Denmark ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Austria ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Poland (+113.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Wheelchair Imports

Imports into Slovakia

For the fourth consecutive year, Slovakia recorded growth in purchases abroad of wheelchairs, which increased by 11% to X units in 2021. Over the period under review, imports recorded buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 101% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X units. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, wheelchair imports reduced to $X in 2021. In general, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 115%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

France (X units), Poland (X units) and Germany (X units) were the main suppliers of wheelchair imports to Slovakia, together accounting for 87% of total imports. These countries were followed by Italy, the Czech Republic, Latvia and China, which together accounted for a further 10%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Latvia (with a CAGR of +2,088.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest wheelchair suppliers to Slovakia were Germany ($X), Poland ($X) and the Czech Republic ($X), with a combined 71% share of total imports. France, Italy, Latvia and China lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 15%.

Latvia, with a CAGR of +1,728.9%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average wheelchair import price amounted to $X per unit, reducing by -17.2% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a deep reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by 54% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per unit), while the price for France ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (+29.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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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, together comprising 90% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of wheelchairs to Slovakia?

In value terms, Germany, Poland and the Czech Republic constituted the largest wheelchair suppliers to Slovakia, together accounting for 74% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of wheelchairs from Slovakia?

In value terms, the largest markets for wheelchair exported from Slovakia were Denmark, Germany and the Czech Republic, with a combined 65% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Poland, Ukraine and Japan, which together accounted for a further 21%.

What is the average export price for wheelchairs in Slovakia?

The average wheelchair export price stood at $1,180 per unit in 2021, picking up by 71% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for wheelchairs in Slovakia?

In 2021, the average wheelchair import price amounted to $222 per unit, dropping by -11.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wheelchair market in Slovakia. 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:

Slovakia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Slovakia
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