Apple names Perryman and Qnity as US partners for iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro
Apple confirms nearly 100 components for its latest iPhones are made in the US, highlighting new titanium and camera supply deals.
Key points
- Apple commits up to $100 million to Perryman Company for titanium used in the iPhone Duo enclosure.
- Qnity Electronics will produce advanced films for the variable aperture camera system in the iPhone 18 Pro.
- Nearly 100 components across both devices are now sourced from American companies in more than a dozen states.
Apple announced on Tuesday that American companies are supplying critical materials and components for both the iPhone 18 Pro and the iPhone Duo. The company stated that nearly 100 components across these two devices are produced by US-based firms operating in more than a dozen states. This disclosure highlights the expansion of Apple’s domestic manufacturing footprint.
The tech giant named two specific partners under its American Manufacturing Program. Perryman Company, a titanium producer based in Pennsylvania, will supply titanium for the iPhone Duo. Qnity Electronics, headquartered in Delaware, will produce technology for the variable aperture camera in the iPhone 18 Pro. These partnerships represent new and expanded engagements within the program.
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Context and Background
Apple is committing up to $100 million over the next three years to assist Perryman in producing grade 5 titanium. This material is used for the enclosure of the iPhone Duo. As Threat Times reported on October 20, 2026, Apple previously committed funds to Perryman to expand domestic sourcing for the high-demand device. That earlier report noted the investment aimed to secure supply for the iPhone Duo.
Qnity Electronics joined the American Manufacturing Program in March. The company will manufacture advanced films essential to the new variable aperture camera system on the iPhone 18 Pro. Apple described this camera system as the most advanced it has ever made. Sabih Khan, Apple’s chief operating officer, said American ingenuity is vital to all their products. He noted pride in supporting US jobs through these partnerships.
Who Is Affected
The announcement affects several US-based suppliers beyond the newly named partners. Broadcom is expanding its Fort Collins, Colorado facility under a $1.5 billion capital investment announced in July. This expansion supports the production of advanced radio frequency components for various Apple products. The multiyear agreement is expected to produce more than 15 billion US-made chips.
Corning continues to produce specialty glass for Apple in Harrodsburg, Kentucky. The company has been an Apple partner since the original iPhone launched in 2007. Corning manufactures Ceramic Shield for the devices. These long-standing and new relationships underscore a broader shift toward domestic component production. The supply chain delays mentioned in earlier reporting have not been directly addressed in this announcement.
What should you do?
Security and technology professionals should monitor supply chain disclosures for potential risks. Domestic sourcing may reduce geopolitical exposure but introduces new single points of failure. Companies relying on Apple devices should track vendor updates for any changes in component availability. Understanding the origin of critical materials can inform risk assessment strategies.
What to do and how to stay safe: Apple
- Review vendor supply chain disclosures to identify critical dependencies on single-source manufacturers.
- Assess the geographic concentration of suppliers for essential hardware components in your inventory.
- Monitor vendor announcements for changes in production locations or material sourcing strategies.
- Update risk models to reflect the impact of domestic manufacturing shifts on delivery timelines.
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Frequently asked questions
How many components are made in the US for the new iPhones?
Apple states that nearly 100 components across the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo are produced by American companies.
Which companies are the new US partners?
Perryman Company in Pennsylvania and Qnity Electronics in Delaware are the highlighted partners for titanium and camera technology.
Is there a security vulnerability in these devices?
No security vulnerabilities or CVEs were mentioned in the source material regarding these supply chain announcements.
