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Nexperia's China unit pivots to domestic 12-inch wafers in pursuit of '100%' independence
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Fusion42 · 24 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Nexperia's China unit is shifting its entire chip production to 12-inch silicon wafers sourced domestically, aiming for full operational independence amid a supply cut off by its Dutch headquarters due to geopolitical tensions and corporate disputes.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Semiconductors.
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Chipmakers in China like Nexperia are cutting reliance on European suppliers under rising geopolitical tension. You can seize openings supplying 12-inch wafers or alternatives as major manufacturers rebuild local supply chains.
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