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Made In The USA Day – July 2, 2024

Made in the USA Day is celebrated on July 2 by consumers and manufacturers as a way of boosting sales for locally made products. The day is observed just before Independence Day when patriotic feelings are at an all-time high, which makes it an event of great splendor. Made in the USA Day encourages the manufacturing of goods in America and customers to choose these goods instead of those that are imported from elsewhere. The day also celebrates the companies and brands that manufacture their products in the United States, and who offer employment and top-quality services to their customers.

History of Made In The USA Day

Made in the USA Day was started by Joel Joseph of the Made in the USA Foundation and the day was first celebrated in the year 1989. The labels on products that signify the country of origin are regulated by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). While these labels are mandatory for imported goods, only some products made in America — for example, automobiles, furs, textiles, and wool — must have the labels. But what exactly makes a product eligible for the ‘Made in the USA’ stamp? Well, when “all or virtually all” of the product is made in the United States, the brand can ask for a ‘Made in the USA’ label and the product becomes ‘American-made.’ This tag is also dependent on how the product is advertised, promoted, or otherwise labeled. 

It’s not uncommon for brands to use the ‘Made in the USA’ label as their USP. Since American consumers tend to believe that products made in the United States are of higher quality, the label instantly doubles up as a tag of quality assurance. Consumers interested in sustainability also prefer buying American goods since they are manufactured under the environmental and labor laws, unlike the sweatshop conditions of many factories abroad. Even though American goods might cost more, many consumers don’t mind paying the extra dollar or two for the above-mentioned reasons. Despite the hype surrounding American products, unfortunately, most products that we see in the market are still imported from abroad. 

Made In The USA Day timeline

1830
Mass Production

Mass production begins with the use of interchangeable parts.

1901
The Golden Age

"The Golden Age" of manufacturing begins with the mass production of Curved Dash Oldsmobiles.

1913
Ford Assembly Line

Henry Ford popularizes the assembly line method of production.

1997
FTC Guidelines

The FTC lays out guidelines for manufacturers to outline what makes a product ‘America-made.’

Made In The USA Day FAQs

Is there a Made in the USA website?

MadeinAmericaStuff.com is an e-retail site dedicated to those that hand-make or manufacture products in America.

What major brands are made in the USA?

Some all-American brands include:

  • Green Toys. 
  • American Plastic Toys. 
  • Petmate. 
  • Casper. 
  • Brackitz. 
  • Ample Hills Creamery. 
  • Airstream. 
  • Zippo. 

What shoes are made in the USA?

  • Aurora Shoe Co – made in New York.
  • Capps Shoe Company – airline uniform shoes, made in Virginia.
  • Eastland – made in Maine.
  • Footwear by Footskins – made in Minnesota.
  • Frye boots – select styles.
  • Helm Boots – made in Texas.
  • Mohop – women’s, made in Illinois.
  • Munro – women’s, select styles made in Arkansas.

Made In The USA Day Activities

  1. Buy American

    Don’t forget to buy American on Made in the USA Day. You can also gift your loved ones American-made products. This is also a good day to commit to continuing to buy American goods.

  2. Shop local

    Support small businesses by buying local. From handmade soaps to customized jewelry, the options in indie businesses are endless. This is also a great way to support your local community.

  3. Donate

    You can also donate to organizations like the Made in America Company and the Made in the USA Foundation, that help connect consumers with American brands.

5 Facts About Manufacturing That Will Blow Your Mind

  1. Spending makes more money

    For every $1 spent in manufacturing, another $1.40 is added to the economy.

  2. The manufacturing workforce is immense

    There are 12.33 million manufacturing workers in the United States of America.

  3. American exports have multiplied

    Over the past 25 years, the exports of American manufactured goods have increased by four times.

  4. Manufacturing consumes energy

    Manufacturers consume more than 30% of America’s energy consumption.

  5. Manufacturing leads to economic growth

    According to data, manufacturers have contributed $2.17 trillion to the American economy.

Why We Love Made In The USA Day

  1. It helps the economy

    Buying American products means you are contributing to the growth of the American economy. It also ensures that trusted and new brands stay in the market while offering excellent services.

  2. It supports small businesses

    When you buy locally, you also support small businesses that are involved in the manufacturing process of products of a well-known brand. Buying local ensures that these small businesses stay open.

  3. It helps the community

    Pledging your support to home-grown businesses also ensures that new businesses find a footing in an already competitive market.

Made In The USA Day dates

YearDateDay
2024July 2Tuesday
2025July 2Wednesday
2026July 2Thursday
2027July 2Friday
2028July 2Sunday

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