Made in the USA, Made in the USA With Global Parts, Assembled in the USA:
Is every product and brand listed on madeintheusamatters.com really made in the USA?
The answer to this question is multifaceted and can’t be answered with a simple yes or no.
In today’s global economy, many products we consume are made in multiple countries. For example, your widget might have a handle made in England, a base made in China that was painted in Mexico, and finally, it’s assembled in the USA. Sure, that’s taking it to the extreme, but you get the idea.
Additionally, brands have their various products made all over the world. Your favorite clothing brand might have their shirts produced in Indonesia, their shoes made in China, and finally, their jeans made in the USA.
Even more challenging are the companies that have one specific product made in multiple countries. Recently, I was watching a YouTube video highlighting American-made tools. One specific tool, with one specific model number, was made in both the United States and Poland. If someone wanted to purchase this particular tool and be sure it was made in the USA, they had to go to a brick-and-mortar store and check the box on the shelf.
We have to work together on this. I can guide you to the brands that produce at least some of their products in the USA, but remember, always check your product descriptions online and check your labels in-store to be sure that the item you’re buying is made in the USA.
I don’t want to support companies that have some of their products produced overseas. Is it possible?
Sometimes. But in a global economy, it’s going to be rare. Even if you make a commitment to shop local, it’s likely that your local businesses are using foreign products to create their local ones. I believe we can make a difference regardless.
When we commit to buying products made in the USA, mostly made in the USA, assembled in the USA, or have a few factories in the USA, our money talks. We are telling the brands we buy from that we want American-made items.
We’re Missing a Brand or Product:
My brand (or product) Made in the USA isn’t listed.
This could be because of several reasons which include:
- We don’t have a category where your brand or product would be listed yet.
- We couldn’t verify your brand or product is made in the USA.
- We missed it.
Please do the following:
- Confirm that Made in the USA Matters already has a page applicable to your product. For example, if you make candles, use the search or products directory to determine if we have a page for candles.
- Check “Find a Brand Name” to verify your brand isn’t listed on Made in the USA Matters. If it is, you can click your brand and see all the pages where your products are mentioned.
If you have confirmed we have an applicable page and verified your brand is not listed, please let us know in the comments on the applicable page.
