Apple has previously wanted to get the iPhone to US customers Customs duties can lead to price increases.
The iPhone manufacturer has shipped approximately 1.5 million iPhones. It reported that this was air from India to the US, with about 600 tonnes of cargo, citing sources with knowledge of the matter.
The technology giant is taking many steps to mitigate the impact of President Trump’s sudden tariffs on China. This includes an increase in iPhone production in India. This is subject to much lower taxation than China, the Wall Street Journal reported earlier this week. Apple continues to create most of the iPhones in China.
Apple has achieved its target of adding workers to major Indian factories, extending shifts and increasing production by 20%, Reuters reported.
On April 2, Trump announced a 27% tariff on India. Has been suspended for 90 days In addition to import taxes on dozens of other countries as the US aims to negotiate more advantageous trade transactions. In contrast, 125% “Mutual Tariffs” It remains effective in China.
Apple “wanted to beat tariffs” and chartered freight flights to transport their smartphones to the US. Apple reportedly spent eight months with Indian airport authorities lobbying to reduce telephone customs time from 30 hours to six hours. The company has chartered around six cargo jets since March, Reuters reported, citing two sources, including senior Indian government officials.
Apple did not immediately respond to CBS Moneywatch requests for comments on the issue.
Prices are expected to rise
Prices for Apple products are It is expected to rise He is sharp under Trump’s tariffs. iPhone sales account for about half of the company’s revenue.
Apple Store workers report strong consumer demand for the company’s devices before potential price increases take effect. Recent data from UBS Investment Research shows that a 125% tariff on Chinese imports has raised the retail cost of the 256 GB of assembled iPhone 16 Pro Max by 67%, allowing the price to rise by $800 from $1,199 to $1,999.
A study by Wedbush Securities Tech analyst Dan Ives highlights the importance of global trade to ensure affordable home appliance prices in the US if an iPhone is created in the US.
