Can I Use My MacBook Pro Charger (USB-C Power Adapter) in United States?

Q: What plug type does United States use?

United States uses Type A/B sockets at 120V / 60Hz.

Your MacBook pro charger (USB-C power adapter) can work in United States if its actual input rating, frequency and plug match the local supply.

Conditional compatibility

Use directly only if your actual input rating covers the local voltage and frequency and your plug fits with any required grounding. A typical category profile does not confirm your own unit.

Device label dual
Destination grid 120⁠V / 60⁠Hz
Plug fit Type A/B fits
Verdict Conditional compatibility

Device voltage: dual
Destination grid: 120⁠V / 60⁠Hz
Plug type: Type A/B fits
Typical wattage: 67–140⁠W
Verdict: Conditional compatibility
Reviewed: 2026-07-16

Based on what's typical for this device — confirm on the label to be sure.

Next step

What to do next

Add it to a trip checklistKeep MacBook Pro Charger (USB-C Power Adapter) in a saved packing verdict for United States.Check another deviceUse the same destination with a different charger or appliance.Read label examplesConfirm what 100-240V, 120V, and 230V labels mean.

Why

Use directly only if your actual input rating covers the local voltage and frequency and your plug fits with any required grounding. A typical category profile does not confirm your own unit. Apple chargers are dual-voltage (100–240V, 50/60Hz) — they work safely on every grid in the world, including Japan's 100V and Europe's 230V. You only ever need a plug-shape adapter, never a voltage converter. Frequency does not matter for this charger.

United States runs 120⁠V / 60⁠Hz. Standard 120V at 60Hz. Type A is ungrounded (two flat blades); Type B adds a round ground pin. A single-voltage 220–240V appliance brought from Europe or Asia will run at roughly a quarter power or fail to start here — but it will not burn out.

MacBook Pro Charger (USB-C Power Adapter) in United States at a glance

Your MacBook pro charger (USB-C power adapter) vs United States's grid
Device voltage profile	dual
Typical wattage	67–140⁠W
Destination voltage	120⁠V
Destination frequency	60⁠Hz
Destination plug types	Type A/B
Voltage mismatch	120⁠V → 120⁠V = 0⁠V
Verdict	Conditional compatibility

Plug types in United States: Type A, Type B

How different input labels change this answer

Calculated examples for reading labels, not a test of your unit. Compare your actual label before using an example result.

United States: 120⁠V · 60⁠Hz

Input: 100–240V~ 50/60Hz → Conditional compatibility
AC Input 100-240V 1.5A → Conditional compatibility

Sources and limits

What the evidence covers

A source supports only the facts, socket types or models listed below. A model example does not verify every device in its category. Confirm your own label and outlet.

Coverage: U.S. Department of Energy: Electricity 101; VDE: Power supply and security when traveling
Reviewed: 2026-07-16

Evidence by fact

Nominal voltage: U.S. Department of Energy: Electricity 101 Scope: United States (Types verified: A, B) checked: 2026-07-16 ; VDE: Power supply and security when traveling Scope: United States (Types verified: A, B) checked: 2026-07-17
Frequency: U.S. Department of Energy: Electricity 101 Scope: United States (Types verified: A, B) checked: 2026-07-16 ; VDE: Power supply and security when traveling Scope: United States (Types verified: A, B) checked: 2026-07-17
Socket types: U.S. Department of Energy: Electricity 101 Scope: United States (Types verified: A, B) checked: 2026-07-16 ; VDE: Power supply and security when traveling Scope: United States (Types verified: A, B) checked: 2026-07-17

Scope

U.S. Department of Energy: Electricity 101: Directly states 110-120V at 60Hz and describes standard two- and three-prong U.S. plugs.
VDE: Power supply and security when traveling: All listed base claims match this non-binding VDE consumer reference.

Sources and limits

What the evidence covers

A source supports only the facts, socket types or models listed below. A model example does not verify every device in its category. Confirm your own label and outlet.

Coverage: MacBook Pro Charger (USB-C Power Adapter)
Reviewed: 2026-08-21

Evidence by fact

Voltage profile: Apple: MacBook Pro USB-C power adapter specifications Scope: Apple 70W, 96W, and 140W USB-C Power Adapters for MacBook Pro checked: 2026-08-21
Wattage range: Apple: MacBook Pro USB-C power adapter specifications Scope: Apple 70W, 96W, and 140W USB-C Power Adapters for MacBook Pro checked: 2026-08-21
Frequency behavior: Apple: MacBook Pro USB-C power adapter specifications Scope: Apple 70W, 96W, and 140W USB-C Power Adapters for MacBook Pro checked: 2026-08-21
Grounding: Exact source pending
Safety guidance: Apple: MacBook Pro USB-C power adapter specifications Scope: Apple 70W, 96W, and 140W USB-C Power Adapters for MacBook Pro checked: 2026-08-21

Scope

Apple: MacBook Pro USB-C power adapter specifications: Apple specifies 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz and 70/96/140 W adapter families. The page does not establish the dataset grounding field.

Final check: look for "INPUT 100-240V" or a matching local voltage on the label before you plug in.

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FAQ

Can I use my MacBook pro charger (USB-C power adapter) in United States?

Your MacBook pro charger (USB-C power adapter) can work in United States if its actual input rating, frequency and plug match the local supply. United States runs 120⁠V / 60⁠Hz on Type A/B sockets.

Will a travel adapter let me use my MacBook pro charger (USB-C power adapter) in United States?

United States sockets use Type A/B. Your plug already fits, so no adapter is needed.

Do I need a voltage converter for a MacBook pro charger (USB-C power adapter) in United States?

No. If your MacBook pro charger (USB-C power adapter) is dual-voltage (100–240V), you don't need a converter in United States.

What plug type does United States use?

United States uses Type A/B sockets at 120⁠V / 60⁠Hz.

Adapter vs converter explained

Guidance only — not professional electrical advice. Always confirm against your device's label before plugging in. Local wiring (especially in hotels and older buildings) can vary.