Silicon Valley startups.
LA aerospace.
SD biotech.

Yes. CIFProto is ITAR registered (22 CFR 122). We can receive ITAR-controlled technical data from US persons (citizens, permanent residents). Finished parts shipped back to California customer who remains responsible for re-export compliance. Standard defense supplier qualification process handled.

Yes — typical workflow: quote within 4 hours of RFQ, prototype build 5-10 days depending on complexity, shipping 3 days to California. For urgent programs, 5-7 day total turnaround from PO to delivered parts possible. We work California hours via overlap schedule.

Our freight partners handle US customs clearance. HTS codes properly applied per part type. For ITAR shipments, additional documentation coordinated. Duties paid by consignee per standard practice. For high-value shipments, customs bond or prepaid duties available.

Prop 65 compliance available on request — material documentation confirms absence of Prop 65 substances. For consumer products subject to Prop 65: BPA-free plastics, lead-free materials specified. California Title 22 compliance for hazardous material restrictions. Document per customer-specific compliance requirements.

Yes. California EV manufacturers (Tesla, Rivian, Lucid, Zoox) use similar tier-2/3 supply chain as traditional automotive. We provide: battery pack enclosures (5083 Al welded), motor housings, sensor mounting hardware, specialty brackets, HVAC components. Production volumes from prototype through ongoing production.

We operate ISO 9001-compatible quality system with documentation supporting customer ISO 13485 medical device QMS. Our documentation: material traceability (EN 10204 3.1), dimensional inspection reports, process records. Customer integrates into their medical device regulatory path (FDA 510(k), CE marking).