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Wheelchair Price in Brazil - 2023

Wheelchair Price in Brazil (CIF) - 2022

The average wheelchair import price stood at $93 per unit in 2022, with an increase of 22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a abrupt decline. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $250 per unit in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($856 per unit), while the price for China ($68 per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+13.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Wheelchair Price in Brazil (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average wheelchair export price amounted to $332 per unit, declining by -36.2% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 120% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $726 per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Bolivia ($1,500 per unit), while the average price for exports to Mexico ($96 per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Bolivia (+19.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Wheelchair Imports in Brazil

For the fourth consecutive year, Brazil recorded growth in purchases abroad of wheelchairs, which increased by 8.1% to 166K units in 2022. Overall, imports enjoyed a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 50% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, wheelchair imports skyrocketed to $16M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +12.6% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Wheelchair in Brazil (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
China	6.3	9.5	9.5	10.8	19.7%
Taiwan (Chinese)	3.1	2.6	1.1	2.1	-12.2%
Others	1.4	1.3	1.1	2.5	21.3%
Total	10.9	13.3	11.8	15.5	12.5%

Top Suppliers of Wheelchair to Brazil in 2022:

China (159.3K units)
Taiwan (Chinese) (3.4K units)

Wheelchair Exports in Brazil

In 2022, the amount of wheelchairs exported from Brazil soared to 673 units, jumping by 166% against 2021. Overall, exports, however, showed a deep contraction. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at 839 units in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, wheelchair exports skyrocketed to $223K in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a notable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 120%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Export of Wheelchair in Brazil (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Argentina	156	N/A	7.6	94.6	-15.4%
Chile	N/A	12.4	63.9	80.5	154.8%
Mexico	N/A	0.1	2.6	10.0	900.0%
Angola	0.1	21.0	N/A	9.3	353.1%
Japan	5.9	N/A	1.5	5.1	-4.7%
Paraguay	0.3	3.7	3.5	4.8	152.0%
Peru	3.8	13.4	21.0	4.4	5.0%
Bolivia	2.4	N/A	26.9	1.5	-14.5%
Others	35.3	9.3	4.6	13.2	-28.0%
Total	204	59.9	132	223	3.0%

Top Export Markets for Wheelchair from Brazil in 2022:

Argentina (400.0 units)
Mexico (104.0 units)
Chile (68.0 units)
Paraguay (30.0 units)
Angola (21.0 units)
Japan (15.0 units)
Peru (13.0 units)
Bolivia (1.0 units)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

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

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Brazil

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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Brazil
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Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
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Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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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
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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
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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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023