Navigating COO Requirements: LCD Solutions Not Made in China

In today's global manufacturing landscape, sourcing LCD Solutions can often feel like navigating a minefield - especially when it comes to meeting strict Country of Origin (COO) requirements.

For many OEMs, contract manufacturers, and purchasing teams, there is growing scrutiny around where LCD modules are made, particularly when customers or regulatory agencies require LCD products that are not of Chinese origin.

Whether it's due to compliance restrictions, tariffs, government contracts, or company policy, many organizations are actively seeking display solutions that are manufactured or assembled outside of China.

But with so many display products being sourced from Chinese factories, how can buyers ensure compliance while still maintaining quality and competitive lead times?

Why COO Matters

COO labeling isn't just about knowing where a product comes from - it can have legal, financial, and operational implications. For example:

• Tariffs: Certain tariffs apply specifically to goods manufactured in China.
• Government Contracts: U.S. federal and defense contracts may require components to originate from countries that meet specific trade agreement qualifications.
• Corporate Compliance: Some organizations avoid sourcing key components from certain countries, including China.

For these reasons, LCD and display buyers are increasingly asking: Can I source high-quality LCD modules without a COO of China?

The Challenge: Limited Solutions, But Not Impossible

Many LCD panels and modules are produced in China due to the country's well-established manufacturing infrastructure and cost efficiencies.

However, the industry has evolved. A growing number of component suppliers and display solution providers are offering alternatives that shift final manufacturing, assembly, or value-add processes to other countries.

The Solution: Edge's Non-China COO LCD Options

At Edge, we understand the importance of meeting unique sourcing requirements. That's why we've built a diverse and vetted network of LCD suppliers that includes options for final assembly and value-add services outside of China. Our manufacturers that are based in China are also working to provide final assembly with a COO outside of China for customers, giving you greater flexibility in meeting regulatory or customer-specific guidelines.

By working closely with partners that provide customization, touch integration, bonding, or full-module assembly in non-China facilities, we can deliver LCD solutions where the final COO is not China - a critical detail for compliance in many industrial applications.

How Edge Helps

Our team specializes in identifying and delivering custom and off-the shelf LCD products that meet the most specific customer requirements. Here's how we make non-China sourcing possible:

• Custom configuration support: Need a touch panel added or a display bonded to a cover glass? We can coordinate these services in facilities outside of China.
• Tailored documentation: We ensure all necessary COO documentation is available for your compliance.
• Strategic inventory & lead time planning: Sourcing outside of China doesn't have to mean longer waits. We work to reduce lead times with buffer stock, forecasting, and manufacturer relationships.

Industries We Support

These non-China solutions are especially valuable for:

• Military and defense contractors
• Medical equipment manufacturers
• Aerospace & aviation
• Commercial/industrial OEMs with strict supply chain standards

Looking for LCDs Not Made in China?

Edge is here to help. If your team is navigating COO compliance and needs LCD solutions with final assembly completed outside of China, reach out to us.

We'll help you source a solution that meets your technical specs and your compliance requirements without sacrificing quality or performance.

Let's talk about your project and explore LCD options with non-China origins