Tariffs Are Reshaping U.S. Manufacturing — Here’s What That Means for You
Tariffs are making headlines again, but at Squatch Survival Gear, we’ve been committed to American manufacturing long before trade wars and political debates. Eight years ago, we were grinding in the dark—no big investors, no corporate backing—just hard work, determination, and the support of folks like you who believed in quality gear and American grit. While many companies are now scrambling to adjust their supply chains, we’ve stayed true to our mission: building rugged, American-made tactical and survival gear for those who value durability, freedom, and keeping U.S. manufacturing alive. When you gear up with Squatch, you’re not just buying equipment—you’re investing in a company that reinvests in America.
📈 What’s Happening with Tariffs?
In early 2025, the U.S. rolled out aggressive tariffs, pushing the average effective rate from 2.5% to 27%—levels not seen in over a century. Tariffs on Chinese imports skyrocketed to 145%, while steel, aluminum, and automotive goods faced new 25% duties. These policies aim to bring manufacturing back home, but they’ve also driven up costs and exposed how dependent many companies have become on overseas production.
Read more: AP News – US Tariffs and Global Trade Impact
🔄 The Push to Reshore
Now, businesses across industries are racing to reshore operations. But rebuilding American manufacturing isn’t as simple as flipping a switch. It demands investment in infrastructure, skilled labor, and domestic supply chains that were gutted decades ago.
Learn more: The Challenge of Bringing Manufacturing Back to America
🛠️ Where Squatch Survival Gear Stands
While others react to changing policies, we’ve been leading with American-made values since day one. At Squatch Survival Gear, 100% of our products are proudly made in the USA—no shortcuts, no outsourcing, just pure American craftsmanship.
We work directly with U.S. fabric mills, supply warehouses, and small-batch manufacturers, ensuring every piece of gear is built from the ground up using American-sourced materials like rugged 1000D Cordura and MIL-SPEC hardware. We're not just assembling gear—we're fueling a network of hardworking Americans who believe in durability, reliability, and pride in every stitch.
We’re also proud to meet Berry compliance standards, meaning our gear is built to the same strict requirements demanded by the U.S. military. When you carry Squatch gear, you're carrying equipment that’s trusted by those who serve—and built by the country they protect.
🚀 Our Vision: Growing American Manufacturing, One Pack at a Time
Every purchase helps us expand partnerships with more U.S.-based micro-manufacturers, invest in advanced American materials, and develop innovative gear that stays true to our mission. As we grow, so does our impact—creating jobs, supporting local economies, and proving that American manufacturing isn’t dead—it’s just getting started again.
We don’t follow trends. We set the standard for what American-made gear should be.
🛒 Support 100% American-Made Gear — Shop Squatch Survival Gear
When you gear up with Squatch, you're not just preparing for the unknown—you're backing American jobs, craftsmanship, and resilience.