The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) is administered by the U.S. Department of State’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC). By being ITAR-registered, TOP Machining Inc. is authorized to manufacture defense-articles and handle controlled technical data.

The U.S. Department of State’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), under authority established by the Arms Export Control Act (AECA), administers ITAR. ITAR regulates the manufacture, export and transfer of defense articles, information and services.
ITAR registration recognizes TOP Machining as a manufacturer fully capable of supporting all military and homeland security projects in the U.S. In accordance with ITAR requirements, we are entirely owned and operated by U.S. citizens.
Why Choose a Registered Machine Shop
- Compliance: Working with an ITAR-registered partner ensures adherence to export-control laws and security protocols.
- Trust: Customers know that parts and data will be handled in U.S. citizen-owned facilities under strict controls.
- Capability: From prototype to production for highly regulated applications, we deliver precision you can trust.
Industries that Use ITAR-Registered Manufacturers
As an ITAR-registered manufacturer, we are proud to serve many of the following industries and more:
- Defense & Military
- Aerospace
- Advanced Automotive & Energy Systems
- Medical Devices
- Electronics
- Robotics
- Telecommunications
- And more

