Seven years ago we had a moment at our (american manufacturing) company where we ordered Part A from our big name US manufacturer and through a connection we made on another project Part A from a no-name Chinese shop.
Not only was the Chinese part 75% cheaper, it also was higher quality.
We also have seen quite a few "domestic" manufacturers that are actually just slapping their label on Chinese made parts. Anyone whose attention snags on oddball stuff and gets things from China will know that distinct Chinese English font that only Chinese companies use. The source of the parts is pretty obvious when the QC stickers are in that font...
Not only was the Chinese part 75% cheaper, it also was higher quality.
We also have seen quite a few "domestic" manufacturers that are actually just slapping their label on Chinese made parts. Anyone whose attention snags on oddball stuff and gets things from China will know that distinct Chinese English font that only Chinese companies use. The source of the parts is pretty obvious when the QC stickers are in that font...