The KitchenAid Mixer has been proudly heralded in kitchens all over the United States and the world for close to 100 years now and, as always, it is still assembled in the USA. We wish we could tell you that the best-of-the-best mixer is 100% made in the USA, but some of its parts are imported. Most notably, the bowl is not made in the USA. However, the overall mixer product is assembled in Ohio.
We're not entirely sure why KitchenAid is not proudly proclaiming their American-made status all over their site because their iconic stand mixers are an exemplary product with a hefty price tag that many could justify a little more if they knew they were choosing the mixer that is built by American workers. Perhaps it is because, unfortunately, KitchenAid has added its name to a variety of other kitchen tools and appliances, not all of which are made here, but the countertop stand mixers are, and always have been. It is yet another reason to covet an American-made KitchenAid in your favorite color.
And really, can you blame anyone for wanting one of these? They’re durable, well-made, highly functional, and you can find a color to match any décor or style in your house. By selecting a KitchenAid mixer you are keeping jobs and manufacturing in Ohio, which currently has a 9% unemployment rate. In the town of Greenville, they celebrate KitchenAid mixers with factory tours and a huge “retail experience”. Their website at www.kitchenaid.com hosts plenty of tantalizing photos, the details on the various models, and information about the many attachments that work with KitchenAid stand mixers.
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KA should not be on this list. It is only assembled in the USA. I am trying to get a stainless steel part, and they are all made in China. If you buy the coated parts, out of all of them, most are made in China. I only found one made in the USA and it was reported as cheaply made. The coating comes off. Unless an item is MADE in the USA, I don’t care if it is assembled in the USA.
Without looking at this site, my Husband said “I bet the bowl is made in China!” Well, he was correct in assuming not in USA. The bowl clearly states “Made in India”. I understand that in some products, parts may be made outside USA. But where is the Quality Control? KA NEEDS to address the Black/Gray matter when using probably a low grade of “Stainless Steel”. This bowl was cleaned before use and now from a recommendation, we used Baking Soda and Vinegar. KA needs to mention a cleaning solution if they continue to try and cut costs! KA is not cheap! Don’t try to increase margins at OUR expense. Use bowls made in America!!!
I returned my KitchenAid mixer because it turned my butter grey the 5 times I used it!!! It was made in India. Recently, I called KitchenAid only to be told that I could not purchase one made with USA parts. That they parts came from India or Korea…. and then he went on to say how to wash the container!
I am very disappointed that I am unable to purchase one made PROUDLY IN THE USA WITH USA PARTS!
Maria Hamilton
Mine is also “Assembled in USA”. The bowl has in big letters “Made in India” on it, and this even shows up in the picture on the box! I’ve searched everywhere, and I can’t figure out where everything else is made, probably China. Good thing is, I got it as Costco, so if it breaks after a few years I’m just going to return it. Serves KA right for the quality drop, very disappointed.
I love my mixer, I’m sure it will stay in hour family for many years to come! It’s very heavy and that tells me it’s built well. My blender broke and I have been looking around for a new one. I will proudly support a company that helps build our economy up and provide jobs for the American people!
Kitchen Aid Mixers are US-made, their blenders are not.
For a US-made blender, best bets are Vitamix and (reputedly) Blendtec. We have a Vitamix Model 5000 that has lasted 20+ years with minimal maintenance and still is a powerful machine. Unlike many, an overload doesn’t kill it for good; a breaker trips and then recloses when it cools down and you can turn it back on. Still made with the same quality in the USA today.
This mixer is proudly made in Ohio!
Replacement bowls can be purchased at major retailers such as Kohls, Elder-Beerman, Williams-Sonoma etc.
Have you contacted the company regarding your issue with your attachments? Call the phone number in your user guide.
My Kitchen Aid stand mieer is Assembled in USA and parts are made in Korea which I can’t get replacement bowls for. Also, since I have used my three times the attachments don’t stay locked in and the knobs keep falling into the mixing bowl. Dissappointed in this one compared the the MADE in USA commercial at the restaurants I work in.
Thanks for stopping by my blog yesterday! Love yours and what you’re doing for American Made! products! I’m your newest follower. P.S. GO GREEN! 🙂
Thanks for the mention.
Love my KitchenAid stand mixer – lasts forever. When I moved house, even repainted my kitchen so that it would coordinate.
OK, I like to purchase “Made in USA” products exclusively. While shopping, I recently I examined the boxes that these “iconic American product(s)” come packaged in and could not find one here made with American made in USA parts. Perhaps I overlooked it, but in every case of perhaps a half dozen, they were all made with parts originating in Pacific Rim, Asian nations. Sorry, I will continue looking until I locate a genuine and complete “Made in America” mixer. When you have one in stock, kindly drop me an eMail. Thank you and best regards…
Nice mixers regardless of where the parts are made but if everyone had your buying habits the US economy might be less volatile.