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Apple Supplier Luxshare Evaluates U.S. Move for Automated Manufacturing

Facing tariffs on Chinese goods, Luxshare considers relocating automated production to the U.S. as part of a broader supply chain strategy.

According to one supplier, some iPhone assembly could move out of China, and maybe even to the US.
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Overview

  • Luxshare, a key Apple supplier, is assessing the relocation of some automated production to the U.S. to mitigate the impact of Trump's 104% tariffs on Chinese goods.
  • The company has stated that any U.S. investment would focus on highly automated production lines and require commercial guarantees and thorough evaluations.
  • Luxshare expects a lead time of 1 to 1.5 years to establish new production lines, even in countries where it already operates facilities.
  • Despite the tariffs, Luxshare’s leadership expects minimal impact on profits, as the company exports only a small portion of finished products directly to the U.S.
  • Luxshare’s global manufacturing presence, including facilities in China, Vietnam, Malaysia, and the U.S., supports its diversification strategy to address trade policy challenges.