In March, Apple overcame potential tariff barriers by significantly increasing iPhone shipments from India, with suppliers Foxconn and Tata exporting nearly $2 billion worth of products to the U.S. This was prompted by concerns over impending tariffs proposed by former President Trump. Production enhancements in India led to a record $1.31 billion exported by Foxconn alone, while Tata Electronics reported $612 million in shipments. The operations involved chartering cargo jets to manage logistics amidst changing trade regulations, including a temporary pause on tariffs targeting India, further influencing Apple’s supply chain strategies.
In March, Apple’s Indian suppliers Foxconn and Tata shipped nearly $2bn worth of iPhones to the US, marking a significant surge driven by tariff concerns.
Foxconn exported smartphones worth $1.31bn in March, the highest for a single month, while Tata Electronics saw significant growth with $612m in shipments.
Apple airlifted iPhones in response to potential tariffs from the Trump administration, using chartered flights to ensure sufficient inventory amid market concerns.
Despite the US imposing 26% duties on imports from India in April, the tariffs were lower than those on China, prompting increased shipments from India.
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