Verified Nov 2026
Castings & Forgings
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Since
Bocar manufactures aluminum die castings, semi-permanent mold castings, and plastic components for automotive and industrial equipment suppliers. Founded in 1958 with headquarters in Mexico, the company operates over 10 production plants in Mexico and facilities in the USA, Germany, and Japan, employing approximately 6,500 to 7,000 people. It serves automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers across North America, producing powertrain, chassis, body, and interior assemblies. In September 2026, Bocar's Huntsville facility earned Ford Q1 certification.
Bocar at a glance
Employees
5,000-10,000
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
1008
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
1008
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
Germany · Belgium · Netherlands · Japan
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Bocar.
What this tells a buyer
Bocar received 1,008 shipments recorded in customs data, with primary sourcing from Germany, Belgium, Japan, and other origins including Mexico, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, and South Korea.
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications, and achieved ASI Performance Standard Certification in September 2026.
Bocar functions as both a development partner and full-service supplier through three specialized business units focused on aluminum high-pressure die casting, aluminum gravity casting, and plastic injection molding.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
1,008 US import shipments on record.
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Bocar manufactures aluminum die castings, semi-permanent mold castings, and plastic components for automotive and industrial equipment suppliers. Founded in 1958 with headquarters in Mexico, the company operates over 10 production plants in Mexico and facilities in the USA, Germany, and Japan, employing approximately 6,500 to 7,000 people. It serves automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers across North America, producing powertrain, chassis, body, and interior assemblies. In September 2026, Bocar's Huntsville facility earned Ford Q1 certification.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Employees | 5,000-10,000 |
Primary capability | Castings & Forgings |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What Bocar makes
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications, and achieved ASI Performance Standard Certification in September 2026.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Casting, Aluminum, Die Casting, Mold, Plastic, Axle, Machining, Assembly, Powertrain, Steering (source: bocar.com).
Certifications
Bocar is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — dqsglobal.com
ISO 14001 — bocar.com
ISO 45001 — bocar.com
ISO 9001 — dqsglobal.com
Trade and customs footprint
Bocar received 1,008 shipments recorded in customs data, with primary sourcing from Germany, Belgium, Japan, and other origins including Mexico, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, and South Korea. US customs bill-of-lading records list 1008 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Germany · Belgium · Netherlands · Japan.
Latest developments
2026-10-15 — Bocar Recognized at the 2026 Leading Companies in Sustainable Innovation Awards (bocar.com)
2026-10-15 — News (bocar.com)
2026-09-07 — Bocar Achieves ASI Performance Standard Certification (bocar.com)
2026-09-02 — Bocar Huntsville Earns Ford’s Q1 Certification (bocar.com)
2026-08-06 — Bocar Boosts Purchasing Intelligence with AI | ConverSight (conversight.ai)
2026-07-03 — With Our Focus on What Matters – Bocar Releases 2025 Sustainability Report (bocar.com)
Company details
Bocar functions as both a development partner and full-service supplier through three specialized business units focused on aluminum high-pressure die casting, aluminum gravity casting, and plastic injection molding. Bocar has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 1,008 US import shipments on record. Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Bocar make?
Bocar manufactures aluminum die castings, semi-permanent mold castings, and plastic components for automotive and industrial equipment suppliers. Founded in 1958 with headquarters in Mexico, the company operates over 10 production plants in Mexico and facilities in the USA, Germany, and Japan, employing approximately 6,500 to 7,000 people. It serves automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers across North America, producing powertrain, chassis, body, and interior assemblies. In September 2026, Bocar's Huntsville facility earned Ford Q1 certification.
How big is Bocar?
Bocar has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees.
What certifications does Bocar hold?
Bocar lists IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Bocar import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 1008 inbound shipments for Bocar, with top origins including Germany · Belgium · Netherlands · Japan.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+52 614 439 4500
Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
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