Just so you don't think I'm somehow "anti-American",
here is a list of sources where items made in the United States of America,
and items made elsewhere without sweat-shop labor,
may be found and purchased.
Including toys made in the USA!
Please note that just because a product has a USA brand name does not mean it is made in the USA!
This animation from Minyanville from July 24, 2008 (after a brief commercial message) illustrates the problem:
Also, some products may be assembled in the USA with imported parts!
Feel free to copy this banner for the Holiday* season
("Holiday" being whatever Winter Festival you prefer to celebrate).
And more that are not holiday themed:
Just remember to link them to:
http://www.angelfire.com/nv/micronations/madeinusa.html
You can also tell people about this webpage by telling them to go to one of the following addresses:
www.buyusa.co.nr - www.how.to/buyusa buyusa.andmuchmore.com - remember.to/buyusa got.to/buyusa
Most recent update: Sunday, November 8, 2009
Salutes to George Salzmann, Christopher Lee, Nicole Drake and Gerry Murphy for their suggestions,
Mr. Edward Staniszewski of Lifewear for his HTML help,
Ms. Ellie Knapp of Knapp Realty for her support,
the many people who strive to buy American-Made and told me of these companies,
and to the many companies in the USA who have informed me of their websites!
Aluminum Box Company{SlipSeatCB.com} "The Aluminum Box Company Web Site is the most comprehensive site on the Internet for your Profession. Offering exclusive Products that will improve and enhance your specific needs. Slip Seat Boxes, CB Radio, CB Antenna, Satellite Radio, Satellite Radio Antenna, HD Radio, Coaxes, Brackets, CB Microphones and Heavy Duty Stereo for your Trucker Box." - from the website
Athletic Appeal ("Your Source for 100% Pure American Made Clothing for Work and Play!")
This is a Union member owned and operated company!
NOTICE: As of December 29, 2008, this website has vanished. Any updates will be welcome!
Atkinson Candy Company
Makers of Chick-O-Stick, Long Boys, Peanut Butter Bars, Rainbow Twists & Gemstone Candies.
Blackspot Anticorporation{BlackspotSneaker.org}
This outfit sells sneakers made with organic hemp and recycled rubber, manufactured with Unionized labor in Portugal.
According to a New York Times article, the sneakers are an attempt "to establish a worldwide consumer cooperative and to reassert consumer sovereignty over capitalism."
This is one of a number of self-described "Antipreneur" projects of Adbusters Media Foundation.
While these are not USA-Made products, they are a reaction against outsourcing to overseas sweatshops.
Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps (Soaps, Personal Care Products, Organic Snack Bars)
(Formerly All-One-God-Faith, Inc.)
Continuing the work of the late Master Soapmaker Dr. Emanuel H. Bronner (1908-1997), this company makes products with either USA originated or Fair Trade sources.
Carrom (Game Boards; Foosball; Stick, Air & Nok Hockey Tables; Classic Games; Wooden Highchairs)
Cencor Plastics
I cannot find a website for this company, but their contact information, according to MacRae's Blue Book is as follows:
Cencor Plastics, Inc.
50 Messner Dr.
Wheeling, IL , 60090-6448
Phone: 847-564-7711
They are listed as follows:
Manufactures plastics materials & resins Coal production services, Plastics or resins or fibers manufacturing services, Petroleum refining services, Natural gas production services, Oils or greases production services, Petrochemical and plastic production.
Chippewa Boots "Chippewa has a century-long heritage of creating top quality footwear, using only the finest materials available and the most cutting edge construction techniques known. It's part of our mission and our code, something you'll see in every pair of boots we make. Each pair of boots is still made by hand, ensuring that quality is never sacrificed for the sake of mass production. It's this handcrafted commitment that makes Chippewa products superior." - from the website
C.I. Products
Makers of Cosmic Celtic Cure and Cosmic Critter Cure ointments
"Cosmic Celtic Cure is an ointment like a Neosporin but all natural and heals so much faster. Its uses are numerable, such as the care and healing of: Tattoos old and new, cuts, scrapes, burns, insect bites, skin conditions, cracked hands and heels, scar reduction and so much more. The mixtures of Carrot, Tea tree, lavenders and cocoa butter work together to create a salve that is unlike anything else on the market. We are a family owned and operated business, and believe in the well being of our family and friends." - from the website
Competition Headwear ("Your Source for Made to Order USA Caps")
"Over the past few months, we have heard about numerous recalls of merchandise produced overseas, specifically in China. We, at Competition Headwear, take great pride in our merchandise and wish to reassure our customers that NO PART of our caps are manufactured or assembled outside of our Denver facility." - Laurence Polner, Company President
Disston Tools (Tools and Accessories) {Some but not all USA-Made]
Makers of Aggressor, Blu-Mol, Blu-Mol Xtreme and RemGrit brands.
"Today, Disston is a global manufacturer in the hand tool and power tool accessory industry. Its domestic operation is a state-of-the-art production facility in South Deefield, MA. The company also operates fabrication and production enterprises in China, with Sales and Marketing headquartered in Greensboro, NC." - from the website
Don't Tread On Me (T-Shirts)
This company, run by Luke and Tim Bauer, designs and sells t-shirts based on the famous Gadsden Flag. All their shirts are USA-Made.
Fitness Weights "I sell only Body Solid Home Gyms and Body Solid Home Gym Equipment. They are a manufacturer and distributor based in the USA (Forest Park, Illinois) and I am a retailer for their products and I sell only within the USA." -from an e-mail
Harley-Davidson (Motorcycles)
Note: Their motorcycles are assembled in the USA, but a number of the components are foreign made.
(Sorry, fellas, but it's the truth!)
Home Fitness Plus "I sell only Body Solid Home Gyms and Body Solid Home Gym Equipment. They are a manufacturer and distributor based in the USA (Forest Park, Illinois) and I am a retailer for their products and I sell only within the USA." -from an e-mail
Homefront USA (Retailer)
(This website appears to have vanished.)
Huber Brewery
See Minhas Craft Brewery
Igloo (Thermal Coolers & Ice Chests)
(According to an e-mail from the company's customer service department, all non-thermoelectric coolers are USA-Made.)
International Harvester
See Case IH
Iron Company.com (Fitness Equipment)
"Ironcompany.com realizes that more and more people today are demanding American made gym equipment that they can put in their homes and commercial gyms. Buying American Made not only makes us feel good, but assures us that we are purchasing quality, as well. So take a peek inside our USA Made exercise equipment pages today and find the many ways you can help support your own countries manufacturing industry while buying quality equipment that will give you a lifetime of trouble free use. - from the website
Lifewear[UnionShirtSupply.com] (Union-Made T-Shirts, Sweatshirts, Turtlenecks & Hoodies)
"100% USA Components - 100% USA Made & Sewn by Unite-Here! Local #1148" - from the website
Lincoln Logs
Believe it or not, these are now made in the People's Republic of China!
A USA-Made alternative is Roy Toy Real Wood Building Sets.
Maker's Mark (Bourbon Whisky) {Note the spelling!}
Maple Island Handcrafted Log Homes "Building handcrafted log homes is not a side business with us. We don't sell home kits. We don't build pre-cut log homes, stick-built homes or residences of any other kind. Custom, handcrafted log homes are our specialty, and the only thing we do."
"Rather than trust our good name to dealer representatives or marketers, we work directly with homebuyers or their representatives. You can come directly to us with any concerns, questions, desires or issues. There are no middlemen to get in the way of timely and efficient communication. Ours is a personal, one-on-one approach that keeps you informed, updated and very much in control of your own project." - from the website
Minhas Craft Brewery (formerly Huber Brewery)
Brewers of Hi Test Malt Liquor, Huber, Mountain Creek Lager, Rhinelander, Rockhead Malt Liquor, Simpler Times, Wisconsin Club Lager. They also make Blumer's Premium Sodas.
David Morgan (Hats, Luggage, Clothing, Jewelry, Leather Goods)
Some but not all products are USA-Made. Link goes to the USA-Made products listings.
Morton Shirt Company Website has vanished. Does anyone know if this company is still in business?
Mystic Monk Coffee
A small batch coffee roasted by the Carmelite Monks of Wyoming.
N.M.C. Toys - "The Quality Not Made in China Toy Store"
Most, but not all, of their stock is USA-Made.
Nohm Candles (Non-GMO Soy Wax Candles with 100% USA-Made Ingredients)
North Star Leather "North Star Leather began its history in 1969 in Boston. Our founder and Owner Steve Batson discovered the joy of hand crafted leather. From street vending there in Boston, we've moved south to a small town called Ruby, SC. Our product line has increased to over 150 products. We still do our best to offer quality leather goods at reasonable prices. With 80% of leather goods now-days made overseas, we stand out from the crowd with quality leather goods made here in the U.S.A." - from the website
Pabst Brewing Company
Contrary to popular belief, Pabst is NOT a USA owned brewery! In 1999, the Pabst Brewing Company began transferring its production to the South-African owned Miller Brewing Company on a contract basis. While it still is a USA company, it is now a marketing company and its beer is brewed by foreign-owned breweries.
There are a number of regional breweries that are USA owned and operated, but the only one I know of with nationwide distribution is Boston Beer Company, brewers of Samuel Adams Beers and Ales.
ProtensUS Corporation (Retailer)
"We seek to offer for sale, whenever possible, domestic products or products made in the United States. We believe our potential customers desire the option of purchasing "made in the U.S." products or what we consider quality, fair trade goods from other nations. We seek to sell products that are safe and environmentally friendly. Domestically sourced goods may reduce the carbon imprint and energy resources utilized in getting a quality product to the American consumer. We try when feasible to ship direct from the manufacturer or a regional warehouse to our customers to minimize waste."
"ProtensUS Corp. demands of itself and its suppliers the highest ethical standards and we also intend to promote a positive social and environmental agenda. 10% of any Corporate profits will be donated to a variety of recognized and responsible charities chosen because they directly make a difference in peoples lives."
"All purchases sent to our military personnel in Iraq & Afghanistan will receive a free gift/goodie that they can enjoy or share." from the website
Roy Toy (Wooden Building Sets)
A USA-Made alternative to the now Chinese-made Lincoln Logs. All Roy Toy building sets are made from USA grown pine wood.
Rubbermaid (Household Storage)
Note: Not all Rubbermaid products are USA Made.
Shop For America (Retailer)
Includes links to other retailers and manufacturers.
Skilcraft{JWODCatalog.com}
Skilcraft is a trade name of the National Industries for the Blind, an organization created by the AbilityOne Program (formerly known as Javits-Wagner-O'Day or JWOD Program) to create employment opportunities for blind Americans. Products bearing the Skilcraft brand are commonly used in U.S. Federal Government institutions, including Post Offices. They are also commonly sold in U.S. Military Base exchanges. Products include cleaning supplies, stationary items & office supplies, food service & operating supplies, bedding, mattresses, office furniture, hardware & paints, personal care & safety gear, medical & surgical supplies and environmental products.
Skulduggery{CastAndPaint.com} (Children's Art Project Kits)
TerraCycle (Plant Food, Fertilizers, Potting Mix, Deer Repellent, Office & Gardening Supplies, Shopping Bags, Bird Feeders, Household Cleaners, Fire Starters & Fire Logs)
Extensively uses reclaimed plastic material for packaging and production.
TakeATote.com
See Yvonne Totes
Tervis Tumbler Co. (Tumblers, Ice Buckets, Lids & Straws)
"Tervis Tumblers are manufactured and assembled in the USA (exclusive of certain emblems). Each tumbler is carefully hand-assembled to meet our high-quality standards."
Toadstool Soaps (Organic, Hand-Crafted Health and Beauty Products and Air Fresheners)
They sell exclusively through eBay, so you'll need to sign up for a (free) account.
USA Coffee Company (Coffees, Teas, Fruit & Maple Syrups, Natural Cane Sugar, Gourmet Snacks, Gift Packages)
"100% American Coffee from the Tree to the Cup!"
Watch this video for more information about the company.
Wilbur Chocolate Co.
Wilbur Chocolate is located in Lititz, Pennsylvania, about 20 miles outside of Hershey. Their confection, Wilbur Buds, predate Hershey's Kisses by 14 years! (Wilbur in 1893, Hershey in 1907.)
Worksman Cycles (Recreational & Industrial Bicycles, Adult Tricycles and Food Vendor Carts)
Making cycles and pushcarts in New York since 1898!
Wright Tool "From the design and engineering to the forging and finishing, all work on Wright tools is performed in the United States by skilled American workers. We do not use foreign blanks or forgings. Even the steel we use is American-made." - from the website
Yoder's Meat and Cheese Company
A 100% Farm-to-Table operation. Most of their products are sold at their store in Shipshewana, Indiana (Closed Sundays), but they also have an on-line store.
Other dealers include: Dehydrated Food.net and MRE Depot (Search under "Canned meats" or on their store on eBay).
D. G. Yuengling & Son (Beers)
The oldest operating brewery in the USA (since 1829)!
(The name is pronounced "ying-ling".)
Yvonne Totes{TakeATote.com} "Shopping / Handbags (Totes), Pouches, Travel Pillows, and Athletic Bags are available through (our) website and our ebay store. Our products are American-made and environmentally friendly." - from the website
If you can't find what you want listed here, try the following database websites. NOTE: The opinions expressed on these websites are not necessarily those of The Microfreedom Index or its website manager.
Sweatshop Watch "Founded in 1995, Sweatshop Watch is a coalition of over 30 labor, community, civil rights, immigrant rights, women's, religious and student organizations, and many individuals, committed to eliminating the exploitation that occurs in sweatshops."