China’s humanoid robot makers commanded more than 97 percent of global shipments in the first half of this year, according to new industry data affirming the country’s early lead against US rivals in the burgeoning field. Global humanoid robot shipments totaled about 19,100 units in the first half o

Chinese manufacturers shipped over 97% of global humanoid robots in H1 2026 as the US responds with an import ban citing national security

A new report says Chinese makers account for about 97% of global humanoid-robot shipments, a dominance built on cheap hardware, a deep supply chain and heavy state backing.