Tariffs Increase Wheelchair Costs for Americans
October 7, 2026
By the end of 2024, 5.5 million Americans relied on wheelchairs. A 145% tariff imposed in 2025 affected costs.
By the end of 2024, 5.5 million Americans relied on wheelchairs. A 145% tariff imposed in 2025 affected costs.
As of late 2024, 5.5 million Americans used wheelchairs, with 70%-80% manufactured in China, facing tariffs.
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