You Are Mistaken If You Believe These Companies Are Still American

Published on 10/05/2021
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Hush Puppies

In 1958, this shoe company made its debut in the marketplace. In 120 countries, including the United States, Wolverine World Wide, its parent business, markets and licenses its products. However, the shoes are created in many factories around the world. Until current chairman Geoffrey Bloom intervened in the mid-’90s, the company was in serious trouble. Outsourcing manufacturing reduces expenses despite the fact that the company’s headquarters and facility are in Rockford, Michigan. When the leather is tanned, a leather protector called Scotchgard is added to help the shoes last longer. Manufacturers of the shoes are based all over the world, from Brazil to Vietnam to China.

Hush Puppies

Hush Puppies

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Gillette

When it comes to shaving razors, many people automatically think of Gillette. While some of the blade is fabricated in China, the majority is assembled in the United States. In contrast, all of the components of the razor, such as the cartridges, handles, and blades, are created in the United States. Boston has had a manufacturing since the early twentieth century. However, as you’ll see on the website, demand for these items has grown, necessitating the company’s expansion. Gillette built a facility in Shanghai in 1992 in an attempt to meet market demand. As a result, the company can now produce 1 billion razors annually.

Gillette

Gillette

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