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2026
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The export momentum of wheelchairs is strong, and the domestic quality has been recognized by the international market
In recent years, domestic wheelchairs have shown a strong momentum in going global, thanks to their advantages such as high cost performance, technological upgrades, and quality improvements.
In recent years, domestic wheelchairs have shown a strong momentum in going global, thanks to their advantages such as high cost performance, technological upgrades, and quality improvements. Their export volume is expected to continue to grow in 2025. Enterprises in Shenzhen, Jiangsu, Hebei and other places have a full order schedule, and their products are selling well in markets such as Europe, America, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. The international market demand is strong, the global aging population is intensifying, and the awareness of protecting the rights and interests of people with disabilities is increasing, which has driven the demand for wheelchairs to grow steadily. In 2023, the global market size exceeded 7 billion US dollars, with a compound annual growth rate of about 6%, providing a broad space for domestic wheelchairs to go global.
The core competitiveness of domestic wheelchairs in the international market lies in their cost performance and customization capabilities. The product performance is on par with that of international first-line brands, and the price is only half that of imported brands. One third, suitable for the consumption levels of different countries; Enterprises can customize products according to the regulations of different countries, users' body types and usage habits, such as widened seats suitable for the tall and large body types of users in Europe and America, anti-rust frames suitable for the humid and hot environment of Southeast Asia, and safety designs that meet the barrier-free standards of Europe. Some domestic enterprises have obtained the EU CE certification and the US FDA certification. Their products meet international safety and quality standards and have been recognized by the international market for their quality.
Electric wheelchairs have become a major category in the overseas market. Overseas users have a strong demand for intelligent, long-range, and highly safe products. Domestic electric wheelchairs are equipped with functions such as AI navigation, automatic obstacle avoidance, long-range lithium batteries, and electromagnetic brakes. Their performance meets the needs of overseas users, and they have a significant price advantage. Sports wheelchairs also perform outstandingly. The frames of domestic competitive wheelchairs are light in weight and high in strength, with performance reaching the international advanced level. They are widely used in international events, and their market share continues to increase. The overseas expansion of domestic wheelchairs not only drives the growth of the industrial scale but also promotes China's rehabilitation assistive devices industry to go global and enhance its international influence.
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