Tariffs on imported electronics parts are eating into your margins and slowing delivery. Learn how Futaba EMS helps you stay cost-efficient and compliant with U.S.-based manufacturing.
You’re Not Just Paying for Parts — You’re Paying for Tariffs, Too
You’ve sourced your components. You’ve nailed down your production schedule. You’ve lined up your launch date. Then suddenly—another tariff is imposed, and your costs jump overnight.
If you’re in the electronics space, this scenario is all too familiar. Between global trade tensions, supply chain disruptions, and ever-changing import policies, tariffs have quietly become one of the biggest threats to operational stability in the manufacturing world.
What Are Tariffs, Exactly?
Tariffs are government-imposed taxes on imported goods, and they’re used to protect domestic industries or influence trade relationships. In recent years, the U.S. has levied tariffs on hundreds of categories of goods from countries like China, including:
- Printed circuit boards (PCBs)
- Cables and wiring harnesses
- Power supplies and transformers
- Plastic enclosures
- Metal components used in box builds
These taxes often range from 10% to 25%, and they can fluctuate based on ongoing trade negotiations or policy shifts. That’s a major problem for electronics OEMs that rely heavily on overseas production or component sourcing.
Tariffs Don’t Just Raise Costs — They Ripple Through Your Entire Business
Let’s break it down:
Cost Inflation
That 20% tariff on imported boards? It doesn’t just increase unit price—it affects your entire product margin. When multiplied across thousands of units, your profitability erodes fast.
Supply Delays
When your goods get stuck at customs for extra inspection, or you’re forced to reroute orders because of trade restrictions, your project timelines suffer.
Planning Paralysis
Tariffs change. A lot. That makes it hard to plan your budgets, price your products, or commit to long-term contracts.
Compliance Risk
Misclassified parts, outdated codes, or clerical errors can lead to fines, delivery holds, and strained vendor relationships.
Futaba EMS: A Smarter, U.S.-Based Alternative to Tariff-Heavy Production
At Futaba EMS, we take the uncertainty out of your electronics manufacturing. By keeping production domestic, we help our customers stay agile, compliant, and profitable—without having to worry about sudden policy changes or hidden import fees.
Here’s what makes us different:
Tariff-Free Manufacturing
Because we operate out of Huntsville, Alabama, our customers avoid costly duties associated with overseas imports. That means more predictable pricing and higher profit retention.
End-to-End Assembly Capabilities
We’re not just a PCB assembler. We offer full-service box builds, cable assemblies, and in-circuit testing—all under one roof. Fewer handoffs, fewer delays, better results.
Engineering Support and DFM Expertise
Tariffs aren’t the only hurdle. Sometimes design inefficiencies lead to higher costs, too. Our team collaborates early to help you design smarter and manufacture more efficiently.
Shorter Lead Times
No long waits at port. No overseas transit. We deliver faster so you can go to market sooner and respond to demand in real time.
Why Wait on a Global Supply Chain That’s Costing You More?
If tariffs are eating into your margins or slowing your production down, Futaba EMS offers a proven path forward. We’ve supported OEMs, startups, and defense contractors who were tired of the unpredictability—and ready for a local partner who delivers.
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