Apple has entered into a contract with the Pennsylvania-based company Perryman to purchase titanium worth up to $100 million over the next three years. The metal will be processed at a facility in Houston, with at least 80 percent of the raw material consisting of recycled titanium. The Grade 5 alloy will be used in various products, including the chassis of the iPhone Duo, the company's first foldable smartphone.
This agreement is part of Apple's American Manufacturing Program, launched in August 2025. The initiative supports the company's commitment to invest $600 billion in domestic production and research over four years. Additionally, Apple has expanded its partnership with Delaware-based Qnity Electronics to supply camera diaphragm films for the iPhone 18 Pro.
Apple reports that nearly 100 components for the iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro are now sourced from companies across more than 12 states. By the end of 2026, Corning's Kentucky plant is expected to produce all protective glass for global iPhone and Apple Watch sales. Meanwhile, the TSMC facility in Arizona is set to manufacture over 100 million chips for Apple devices throughout 2026.
The iPhone Duo, which launched on October 23, carries a starting price of $1999. Initial inventory sold out within minutes, leading to delivery delays for some orders until January. The collaboration with Perryman underscores Apple's broader strategy to integrate American manufacturing capabilities and recycled materials into its hardware supply chain.
