Medical Economics August 23, 2025
Key Takeaways
- Reshoring medical device manufacturing is driven by tariffs, supply chain disruptions, geopolitical tensions, and national security concerns.
- Challenges include higher domestic production costs, skilled labor shortages, and reliance on international supply chains.
- Regulatory hurdles complicate reshoring, requiring new validation processes, inspections, and compliance measures.
- Despite challenges, reshoring momentum is fueled by federal incentives and interest from public and private sectors.
How medical device manufacturing can be brought back to the US
In recent years, the idea of bringing medical device manufacturing back to the United States has gained momentum, driven by tariffs, supply chain disruptions during the COVID-19 pandemic, growing geopolitical tensions, and an increased focus on national security. Supporters argue that reshoring can strengthen domestic...
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