Key Manufacturing Industries in South Carolina
- Automotive
- Aerospace
- Textiles
- Chemical Manufacturing
Manufacturing Economy Facts
- Major automotive hub with BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, and over 400 suppliers
- Aerospace manufacturing with Boeing 787 Dreamliner assembly
- Textile manufacturing leader with Michelin and Bridgestone tire production
- Chemical manufacturing with DuPont, BASF, and Eastman Chemical
- Over $35 billion in annual manufacturing output
Manufacturing Advantages in South Carolina
- Right-to-work state with competitive labor costs
- Port of Charleston - fastest-growing container port on East Coast
- Strategic Southeast location with excellent logistics
- Strong automotive and aerospace supplier ecosystems
- Business-friendly tax environment and incentives
- Skilled manufacturing workforce and technical education
Transportation Infrastructure
Major Ports
- Port of Charleston
- Port of Georgetown
Major Airports
- Charleston International Airport
- Greenville-Spartanburg International
- Columbia Metropolitan
Top Manufacturing Hubs in South Carolina (view other states)
South Carolina Manufacturers by Industry
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Chemicals Manufacturers
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Automotive Manufacturers
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Food & Beverage Manufacturers
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Pharmaceuticals Manufacturers
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Aerospace Manufacturers
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Consumer Goods Manufacturers
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Machinery Manufacturers
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Textiles Manufacturers
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Metals Manufacturers
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Other Manufacturers
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Electronics Manufacturers
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Plastics Manufacturers
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Construction Manufacturers
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Healthcare Manufacturers
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