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Tag Archives: tariffs
Last updated: June 29, 2026
Should Hardware Startups Manufacture in China, Mexico, or Vietnam to Reduce Tariffs?
American startups preparing to launch a Kickstarter campaign are often worried about US tariffs on China-made products. Do you still manufacture in China, or try to do so in Mexico, or Vietnam, in order to reduce potential tariffs?
Posted in Hardware Startups
Tagged china plus one, tariffs, mexico, moving supply chains, Vietnam, hardware startups, china
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Manufacturing in China for the U.S. in 2026: Tariffs, China+1, and the Real Cost of Moving Production [Podcast]
Recently, Fabien Gaussorgues, CEO of Agilian Technology (part of the Sofeast Group), gave a presentation titled: “Made in China for the USA Market: Risks & Opportunities – 2026 Reality Check.” Instead of political commentary, the focus was on operational reality: … Continue reading
Posted in Sofeast Podcast
Tagged tariffs, nearshoring, decoupling from china, us/china tradewar
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China & India IN. The USA OUT? Tariffs, Alliances & Supply Chains [Podcast]
Global manufacturing is entering a more volatile era. Tariffs are changing with little warning, political alliances are becoming less predictable, and supply chains that once felt stable now carry real strategic risk. In this episode of China Manufacturing Decoded, Adrian … Continue reading
Sofeast’s Top 5 Podcast Episodes of 2025
As we close out 2025, join us as we review which China Manufacturing Decoded episodes delivered the most value to our audience, measured simply by listener numbers. The episodes below stood out and tackled some of the real decisions importers … Continue reading
Posted in Sofeast Podcast
Tagged tariffs, npi process, sourcing tips, podcast, IP protection, quality inspections
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2026 Manufacturing Trends: Tariffs, China+1, Repairability, AI & ‘Smart’ Factories [Podcast]
As we wrap up 2025 and head into a new year, a lot of importers are asking the same questions: Are tariffs finally calming down—or could we be blindsided again? Is “China + 1” still the right strategy? Is repairability … Continue reading
US–China Trade Truce (Oct 30, 2025): What Changed & What US Importers Should Do Next [Podcast]
US–China trade just took a small step toward de-escalation. Following the October 30, 2025, Trump–Xi meeting, several practical changes are currently relevant to importers: a modest tariff easing on certain lines, a one-year pause on rare-earth/magnet export controls, and continued … Continue reading
Tariffs, Trade War, and the Factory Floor: Buyer Risks in 2025 [Podcast]
Tariffs, shifting trade policies, and unpredictable order patterns are creating a “stop–go” manufacturing environment in China. For buyers, this means unexpected quality issues, capacity crunches, and supply chain instability. In this episode of China Manufacturing Decoded, Renaud Anjoran and Adrian … Continue reading
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Tagged tariffs, in the factory, us/china trade war, supplier management
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Vietnam-US Trade Deal: Trump’s Tariff Tactics & Transshipment Troubles [Podcast]
Episode 281 of the China Manufacturing Decoded podcast* explores the recently announced trade agreement between the U.S. and Vietnam, what it includes, and the ripple effects for global supply chains, especially for American importers seeking to pivot from China to … Continue reading
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Tagged usa, tariffs, manufacturing in vietnam, us/china trade war, sourcing from vietnam, Vietnam
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Tariffs, Trade Shifts & Tactics: A U.S. Importer’s Guide (Feat. Owen Haacke of Supply Chain Shark) [Podcast]
How are U.S. businesses reacting to tariffs on Chinese goods? Trade expert Owen Haacke joins us to unpack what’s happening with Section 301 tariffs, how enforcement is evolving, and what importers need to know if they’re pivoting to countries like … Continue reading
Posted in Sofeast Podcast
Tagged malaysia, usa, tariffs, sourcing from india, us/china trade war, logistics, shipping from china
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The India Shift: Exploring PCBA Sourcing and Trade Dynamics in a Changing World [Podcast]
With tariffs rising and China becoming a trickier manufacturing partner, many American importers are looking to India. In this episode, we explore the manufacturing landscape in South India, especially when it comes to sourcing PCB assemblies. You’ll gain first-hand insights … Continue reading
Posted in India, Sofeast Podcast
Tagged manufacturing in india, tariffs, sourcing from india, us/china trade war
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