Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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La Mirada, California
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Since 1915
Makita U.S.A., Inc. is the American subsidiary of Makita Corporation, headquartered in La Mirada, California, and founded in 1970. The company employs roughly 500 to 1,000 people and has an estimated annual revenue band of $250 to $500 million. It supplies cordless power tools, drills, saws, grinders, and outdoor power equipment to construction, automotive, electronics, and industrial customers. Its battery-powered tool platforms are a core product line, and in 2026 it announced an expansion of its MakTrak modular storage system.
Makita U.S.A., Inc. at a glance
Revenue
$250-500M
Est. band
Employees
500-1,000
Founded
1915
Headquarters
La Mirada, California
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
19090
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Construction
Plumbing & Hardware
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
19090
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
China · Hong Kong S.A.R. · Japan · Taiwan
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Makita U.S.A., Inc..
What this tells a buyer
No customs shipment data is available for this company, and its most recent public development is the 2026 expansion of its MakTrak modular storage system, announced on November 3, 2026.
The company holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications and manufactures battery packs, electric motors, and assembled tools, with a production facility in Buford, Georgia.
The company is privately held as a subsidiary of Makita Corporation, reports 8 U.S. distribution centers and more than 600 authorized service centers, and serves the plumbing hardware, electric vehicle, and industrial equipment sectors.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
111 years in operation (founded 1915).
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Makita U.S.A., Inc. is the American subsidiary of Makita Corporation, headquartered in La Mirada, California, and founded in 1970. The company employs roughly 500 to 1,000 people and has an estimated annual revenue band of $250 to $500 million. It supplies cordless power tools, drills, saws, grinders, and outdoor power equipment to construction, automotive, electronics, and industrial customers. Its battery-powered tool platforms are a core product line, and in 2026 it announced an expansion of its MakTrak modular storage system.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1915 |
Headquarters | La Mirada, California |
Employees | 500-1,000 |
Revenue | $250-500M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 |
What Makita U.S.A., Inc. makes
The company holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications and manufactures battery packs, electric motors, and assembled tools, with a production facility in Buford, Georgia.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Battery, Assembly, Electric Motor, Steel (source: makitatools.com).
Certifications
Makita U.S.A., Inc. is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — dqsglobal.com
ISO 9001 — dqsglobal.com
Trade and customs footprint
No customs shipment data is available for this company, and its most recent public development is the 2026 expansion of its MakTrak modular storage system, announced on November 3, 2026. US customs bill-of-lading records list 19090 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · Hong Kong S.A.R. · Japan · Taiwan.
Latest developments
2026-11-03 — Makita U.S.A. | Press Releases: 2026 MAKITA EXPANDS MAKTRAK®, THE NEXT GENERATION IN MODULAR STORAGE SYSTEMS (makitatools.com)
2026-11-03 — Makita U.S.A. | Press Releases (makitatools.com)
2026-10-21 — Makita U.S.A. | Press Releases: 2026 MAKITA BRINGS THE INDUSTRY’S LARGEST BATTERY-POWERED EQUIPMENT SYSTEM TO EQUIP EXPO 2026 (makitatools.com)
2026-09-03 — Makita launches new subsidiary | HBS Dealer (hbsdealer.com)
2026-06-16 — Makita U.S.A. | Press Releases: 2026 MAKITA U.S.A. SIGNS ON AS PREMIER SPONSOR OF HOVERALLY 2026 (makitatools.com)
2026-01-20 — Makita U.S.A. | Press Releases: 2026 MAKITA UNVEILS THE NEXT EVOLUTION IN GAS ENGINE REPLACEMENT WITH NEW 40V max XGT® MOTOR UNIT (makitatools.com)
Facilities
Makita U.S.A., Inc. is headquartered in La Mirada, California. Public sources also reference these locations:
Buford, GA — makitatools.com
Reno, NV — makitatools.com
Company details
The company is privately held as a subsidiary of Makita Corporation, reports 8 U.S. distribution centers and more than 600 authorized service centers, and serves the plumbing hardware, electric vehicle, and industrial equipment sectors. Makita U.S.A., Inc. was founded in 1915, has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, and is headquartered in La Mirada, California. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 111 years in operation (founded 1915). Holds ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Makita U.S.A., Inc. make?
Makita U.S.A., Inc. is the American subsidiary of Makita Corporation, headquartered in La Mirada, California, and founded in 1970. The company employs roughly 500 to 1,000 people and has an estimated annual revenue band of $250 to $500 million. It supplies cordless power tools, drills, saws, grinders, and outdoor power equipment to construction, automotive, electronics, and industrial customers. Its battery-powered tool platforms are a core product line, and in 2026 it announced an expansion of its MakTrak modular storage system.
Where is Makita U.S.A., Inc. headquartered?
Makita U.S.A., Inc. is headquartered in La Mirada, California (14930 Northam Street, La Mirada, California, 90638).
When was Makita U.S.A., Inc. founded?
Makita U.S.A., Inc. was founded in 1915.
How big is Makita U.S.A., Inc.?
Makita U.S.A., Inc. has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, with revenue in the $250-500M range (estimated).
What certifications does Makita U.S.A., Inc. hold?
Makita U.S.A., Inc. lists ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Makita U.S.A., Inc. import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 19090 inbound shipments for Makita U.S.A., Inc., with top origins including China · Hong Kong S.A.R. · Japan · Taiwan.
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