Hyte, the manufacturer behind popular PC cases like the Y60 and Y70 Touch, has temporarily stopped shipping certain products to U.S. customers due to mounting tariff pressures on Chinese-manufactured goods.
The company continues to fulfill existing pre-orders but has suspended new shipments or redirected them to other regions, according to Product Director Rob Teller during a recent Reddit AMA session.
A detailed cost analysis shared by Hyte reveals the company makes approximately $5 profit per Y40 PC case before tariffs, representing a slim 5% margin. The current trade environment includes a 20% general import tariff and an additional 25% duty on aluminum derivative products, with another 25% tariff expected by May's end under Section 301.
While PC cases have received temporary exemption from the recently announced 145% tariff on Chinese imports, other components in Hyte's product lineup, including fans, coolers, and power supplies, remain affected by various duties.
When asked about domestic manufacturing alternatives, Teller explained that U.S. production would be cost-prohibitive. The company is exploring manufacturing options in Vietnam and Thailand, though this shift could increase production costs by 30-40%.
Hyte maintains its commitment to transparency regarding shipping timelines for delayed orders, but uncertainty persists regarding their manufacturing partners' situations. U.S. customers with existing pre-orders should receive their products as scheduled, though new purchases may face availability issues and potential price increases in upcoming months.
The company continues working on long-term solutions, including manufacturing relocation and logistics optimization, to address these challenges. However, if tariff impacts persist, price adjustments across Hyte's product range may become inevitable.