Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Milpitas, California
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Since 1976
KLA is a United States-based supplier of process control and inspection equipment for the semiconductor and electronics industries. The company is headquartered in Milpitas, California, was founded in 1976, and has an estimated workforce of 10,000 to 50,000 people with estimated revenue above $10 billion. It is privately held and serves the automotive, electronics, electric-vehicle, and industrial equipment sectors. In January 2026, KLA opened a ₹300 crore research and development and innovation hub in Chennai, India.
KLA at a glance
Revenue
$10B+
Est. band
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
1976
Headquarters
Milpitas, California
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
164
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Plumbing & Hardware
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
164
Named foreign suppliers
22
Top origins
China · Singapore · Taiwan · South Korea
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from KLA.
What this tells a buyer
KLA's customs records show 164 shipments, with suppliers located in China, Singapore, Taiwan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Japan, Germany, and Thailand.
KLA holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications and lists semiconductor and electronics products among its offerings.
KLA is not publicly traded, and its estimated revenue and workforce bands place it among the larger companies in its sector.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
50 years in operation (founded 1976).
164 US import shipments on record.
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
KLA is a United States-based supplier of process control and inspection equipment for the semiconductor and electronics industries. The company is headquartered in Milpitas, California, was founded in 1976, and has an estimated workforce of 10,000 to 50,000 people with estimated revenue above $10 billion. It is privately held and serves the automotive, electronics, electric-vehicle, and industrial equipment sectors. In January 2026, KLA opened a ₹300 crore research and development and innovation hub in Chennai, India.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1976 |
Headquarters | Milpitas, California |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | $10B+ (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What KLA makes
KLA holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications and lists semiconductor and electronics products among its offerings.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Semiconductor, Electronics (source: kla.com).
Certifications
KLA is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
Trade and customs footprint
KLA's customs records show 164 shipments, with suppliers located in China, Singapore, Taiwan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Japan, Germany, and Thailand. US customs bill-of-lading records list 164 inbound shipments across 22 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · Singapore · Taiwan · South Korea.
Latest developments
2026-02-13 — KLA Corporation expands Chennai facility; to invest $400 million over a decade - The HinduBusinessLine (thehindubusinessline.com)
2026-01-07 — KLA expands India presence with Rs 300 crore R&D and innovation hub - The Economic Times (indiatimes.com)
2026-01-07 — KLA opens ₹300 Cr R&D and Innovation Hub in Chennai (techcircle.in)
2025-05-30 — KLA Unveils Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturing Facility in Wales | Innovation | KLA (kla.com)
2025-05-22 — KLA Invests in Operations in Wales with the Opening of a $138 Million R&D and Manufacturing Facility :: KLA Corporation (KLAC) (kla.com)
Facilities
KLA is headquartered in Milpitas, California. Public sources also reference these locations:
India — techcircle.in
Company details
KLA is not publicly traded, and its estimated revenue and workforce bands place it among the larger companies in its sector. KLA was founded in 1976, has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, and is headquartered in Milpitas, California. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 50 years in operation (founded 1976). 164 US import shipments on record. Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does KLA make?
KLA is a United States-based supplier of process control and inspection equipment for the semiconductor and electronics industries. The company is headquartered in Milpitas, California, was founded in 1976, and has an estimated workforce of 10,000 to 50,000 people with estimated revenue above $10 billion. It is privately held and serves the automotive, electronics, electric-vehicle, and industrial equipment sectors. In January 2026, KLA opened a ₹300 crore research and development and innovation hub in Chennai, India.
Where is KLA headquartered?
KLA is headquartered in Milpitas, California (1 Technology Dr, Milpitas, California, 95035-7916).
When was KLA founded?
KLA was founded in 1976.
How big is KLA?
KLA has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the $10B+ range (estimated).
What certifications does KLA hold?
KLA lists ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does KLA import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 164 inbound shipments for KLA, with top origins including China · Singapore · Taiwan · South Korea.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+1 408-875-3000
Certification
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
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