Yes, body armor is legal in the U.S. for law-abiding citizens, with limited state restrictions. Convicted felons are prohibited from owning. Check your state laws before purchasing. The Armor List Body Armor Laws by State
Yes, TSA allows body armor in checked and carry-on baggage, but airlines may have their own rules. Always confirm with your carrier.
This is tricky; Yes and no. Civilians can legally purchase NIJ-certified Level IIIA, III, and IV armor unless restricted by state/local law. Military grade body armor is restricted for civilian purchase, and CAG does not service the civilian armor market.
Soft armor panels and external covert and overt vests, hard armor rifle insert plates, ballistic helmets, ballistic shields, plate carriers, and accessories.
CAG armor is certified/tested to NIJ 0101.06 standards, Levels II, IIIA, III, and IV, and soon to be launched NIJ 0101.07 HG1, HG2, RF1, RF2, RF3.
No. Armor is rated for specific calibers. High-velocity rounds (e.g., armor-piercing .30-06) require Level IV/RF3 plates.
Yes. We have NIJ 0115.00-compliant spike, knife, and stab armor options.
- No. This is a false claim sometimes used to discredit us.
- Less than 1% of materials across CAG’s catalog are sourced from China, and only for alternative budget-friendly solutions.
- The vast majority are designed, manufactured, tested, and assembled in the U.S. and allied, trade-compliant countries (Canada, Europe, South America, and other TAA-compliant countries).
- Many products are Berry Amendment and USMCA compliant, meeting U.S. government procurement standards.
- All products are NIJ, MIL-STD, and ASTM certified with full lot-level traceability.
- CAG also provides documentation and compliance verification to agencies and partners upon request.
- CAG holds ISO 9001:2015 and BA 9000:2016 certifications (specific to ballistic armor). These third-party audits ensure compliance, traceability, and legitimacy. CAG also currently holds dozens of NIJ certifications, which can be found here at the NIJ Compliant Armor List.
- Additionally, CAG is always upfront in sharing test data, certifications, inspection, lot verification, traceability, and other support with our partners and end users.
- CAG is proudly listed on The Armor List.
U.S. military branches, federal agencies, law enforcement departments nationwide, and allied nations.
Yes. NIJ-certified labs (such as NTS, OBL, SMS, and others) test all armor for ballistic and environmental compliance.
Every vest, helmet, and plate has lot/serial numbers for cradle-to-grave tracking under our QMS.
BA 9000 is a ballistic armor-specific quality management certification. It requires rigorous lot-level traceability and documentation, exceeding standard ISO 9001. Learn more about BA 9000 here
Stock items ship within 1–3 days. Larger orders, special items, or custom/bulk orders depend on the production schedule but typically take within 30-90 days or less.
30-day return or exchange (unused items only). Custom orders may have restrictions. Learn more about our return policy here.
Yes, but ITAR/EAR export controls apply. Some items require U.S. State Dept. approval.
Armor should cover vital organs without limiting mobility. Use our sizing charts and request fitting support if needed. CAG Technical Resources
This depends on many factors, including use and care, environmental conditions, storage, handling, and whether properly sized and worn. Typically, 5–7 years for soft armor, 5-10 years for ballistic helmets and shields, and 5-10 years for hard armor rifle inserts.
No. Replace armor immediately after a ballistic impact.
Yes, machine wash carriers only after removing ballistic panels. Learn more with the CAG Use and Care guides located here.
Cool, dry place, away from sunlight and humidity.
No. CAG designs, assembles, and distributes armor under its own QMS scope. We also operate private-label programs.
CAG has delivered 90,000+ armor items in under 120 days for U.S. government contracts, proving speed and reliability.
No. While some raw materials are sourced globally, design, QA, NIJ certification, and final assembly are CAG-controlled in ISO/BA 9000 facilities.
We publish NIJ test reports upon request and maintain compliance with NIJ’s Compliance Testing Program (CTP). NIJ Compliant Armor List
HQ: Greensboro, NC; with U.S. and allied manufacturing partners.
We mitigate risk through multi-regional sourcing (U.S., South America, and Canada) and rigorous supplier evaluations.
Kevlar®, UHMWPE, ceramics, steel, and hybrid composites.
Suppliers undergo evaluation, qualification, and ongoing performance reviews.
- ISO 9001:2015
- BA 9000:2016 (ballistic armor manufacturing specific)
- NIJ CTP compliance
Yes. Active on GSA, NASPO, Sourcewell, and DLA TLS.
Yes. Many CAG products qualify under federal sourcing laws; documentation available upon request.
Yes. Safety programs and preventive maintenance are part of our ISO QMS.
Yes. We train agencies, dealers, and distributors in armor fit, maintenance, and compliance.
Yes, for qualified agencies and partners. Contact our team.
Complaints are logged, investigated, and closed within 48 hours on average.
Yes, covering manufacturing defects. Warranty length varies by product.
Yes, through third-party partners.
Via our Distribution Partner Program (training, incentives, and compliance support).
Yes, we offer OEM/private label under ISO/BA 9000 controls.
CAG is privately held and does not release full financials. However, over the past three years, the company has consistently, on average, generated $25M+ annually, historically reaching up to $50M depending on contract cycles. This performance reflects our ability to deliver both large-scale federal programs and ongoing state, local, and dealer orders.
- CAG has delivered thousands of contracts and purchase orders over the past 15 years across federal, state, tribal, and local agencies. Examples include:
- Federal Law Enforcement & Security: FBI, DEA, ATF, U.S. Marshals Service, Bureau of Prisons, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Federal Reserve Banks, U.S. Mint Police, DHS, and CIA/SPS Police.
- Military & Defense: U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, National Guard, SOCOM.
- Federal Agencies & Departments: U.S. State Department, DOE, DOT/FMCSA, FEMA, USDA, Dept. of the Interior (BLM & National Park Service), NASA.
- Specialized & Local Programs: Transit Police, Veteran Affairs, Tribal Nations.
- We also support procurement through GSA, DLA TLS, Sourcewell, and NASPO. This track record demonstrates proven capability, scalability, and credibility in delivering protection for America’s defense and public safety professionals.
Through supplier innovation, private-label design, and NIJ updates.
With secure systems (CORE, SOS, QBO, UKG) and CMMC-compliant cybersecurity protocols.
Yes. Serial-numbered items are traceable, and we monitor the market for counterfeit armor.
No. CAG products undergo the same NIJ, MIL-STD, ASTM, and VPAM testing and certification as the largest brands, and are fielded by U.S. military, law enforcement agencies, and allied forces around the world.
Efficiencies in private-label design, supplier diversification, and lean operations—not lower quality.
- ISO & BA 9000 certified QMS
- Lot-level traceability
- U.S. State Dept. & DOD performance record
- Private label + agency customization
- Fastest delivery in the industry
- NIJ Compliant Product List
- ISO Certification Registry
- Public U.S. contract award databases (e.g., SAM.gov)
- IntelAlytic’s The Armor List Database
