Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Cupertino, California
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Since 1976
Apple is a privately held technology company headquartered in Cupertino, California, founded in 1976. It employs roughly 100,000 or more people and reports revenue in the $10 billion-plus band, though this figure is an estimate. The company makes consumer electronics, computers, software, and online services, and serves industries including automotive, electric vehicles, electronics, medical, and renewable energy. Among its recent activities, Apple announced expanded U.S. manufacturing commitments, including an increase in its planned U.S. investment to $600 billion in August 2025 and new partners in its American Manufacturing Program in 2026.
Apple at a glance
Revenue
$10B+
Est. band
Employees
100,000+
Founded
1976
Headquarters
Cupertino, California
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
8754
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Medical
Plumbing & Hardware
Renewable Energy
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
8754
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
China · South Korea · Panama · Hong Kong S.A.R.
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Apple.
What this tells a buyer
Customs shipment data was not available in the record, and Apple's most recent public update reported a further expansion of its American Manufacturing Program partner network in October 2026.
Apple holds IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 certifications, and its web-listed product categories include electronics, glass, and emissions-related items.
Apple is not publicly traded, and in October 2025 its suppliers Skyworks and Qorvo agreed to form a radio-chip company valued at $22 billion as reported by Reuters.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
50 years in operation (founded 1976).
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Apple is a privately held technology company headquartered in Cupertino, California, founded in 1976. It employs roughly 100,000 or more people and reports revenue in the $10 billion-plus band, though this figure is an estimate. The company makes consumer electronics, computers, software, and online services, and serves industries including automotive, electric vehicles, electronics, medical, and renewable energy. Among its recent activities, Apple announced expanded U.S. manufacturing commitments, including an increase in its planned U.S. investment to $600 billion in August 2025 and new partners in its American Manufacturing Program in 2026.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1976 |
Headquarters | Cupertino, California |
Employees | 100,000+ |
Revenue | $10B+ (estimated) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 |
What Apple makes
Apple holds IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 certifications, and its web-listed product categories include electronics, glass, and emissions-related items.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Electronics, Glass, Emissions (source: apple.com).
Certifications
Apple is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — linpo-ind.com
ISO 13485 — linpo-ind.com
ISO 14001 — linpo-ind.com
ISO 9001 — linpo-ind.com
Trade and customs footprint
Customs shipment data was not available in the record, and Apple's most recent public update reported a further expansion of its American Manufacturing Program partner network in October 2026. US customs bill-of-lading records list 8754 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · South Korea · Panama · Hong Kong S.A.R..
Latest developments
2026-10-20 — Apple announces American Manufacturing Program partners for latest iPhone lineup - Apple (apple.com)
2026-07-01 — Apple to increase spend with Broadcom to produce billions more U.S. chips - Apple (apple.com)
2026-03-01 — Apple adds new partners to its American Manufacturing Program - Apple (apple.com)
2025-10-28 — Apple suppliers Skyworks, Qorvo agree to create $22 billion radio-chip giant | Reuters (reuters.com)
2025-08-06 — Apple increases U.S. commitment to $600 billion, announces ambitious program - Apple (apple.com)
2025-08-01 — Apple, Corning to manufacture all iPhone, Apple Watch cover glass in Kentucky - Apple (apple.com)
Facilities
Apple is headquartered in Cupertino, California. Public sources also reference these locations:
Fort Collins, Colorado — apple.com
Delaware — apple.com
Michigan, Texas — apple.com
Texas — apple.com
Fort Worth, Texas — apple.com
Company details
Apple is not publicly traded, and in October 2025 its suppliers Skyworks and Qorvo agreed to form a radio-chip company valued at $22 billion as reported by Reuters. Apple was founded in 1976, has an estimated 100,000+ employees, and is headquartered in Cupertino, California. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 50 years in operation (founded 1976). Holds IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Apple make?
Apple is a privately held technology company headquartered in Cupertino, California, founded in 1976. It employs roughly 100,000 or more people and reports revenue in the $10 billion-plus band, though this figure is an estimate. The company makes consumer electronics, computers, software, and online services, and serves industries including automotive, electric vehicles, electronics, medical, and renewable energy. Among its recent activities, Apple announced expanded U.S. manufacturing commitments, including an increase in its planned U.S. investment to $600 billion in August 2025 and new partners in its American Manufacturing Program in 2026.
Where is Apple headquartered?
Apple is headquartered in Cupertino, California (1 Apple Park Way, Cupertino, California, 95014).
When was Apple founded?
Apple was founded in 1976.
How big is Apple?
Apple has an estimated 100,000+ employees, with revenue in the $10B+ range (estimated).
What certifications does Apple hold?
Apple lists IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Apple import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 8754 inbound shipments for Apple, with top origins including China · South Korea · Panama · Hong Kong S.A.R..
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Location & contact
Phone
'+1 408-996-1010
Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
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