Berry Compliant

What Does “Berry Compliant” Mean?

Berry Compliance refers to a federal requirement (10 U.S.C. § 2533a, the “Berry Amendment”) that mandates the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) procure textiles, clothing, and related items only if all components and production are 100% U.S.-based. This includes:

·         - Fibers, yarns, fabrics, coatings
- Cut-and-sew textile products (e.g., harnesses, lanyards)
- Textile components like webbing, thread, elastic
- All textile processing: spinning, weaving, dyeing, cutting, and stitching

Even a minor non-U.S. input—such as imported thread—can disqualify a product from compliance.

✅ Scope & Strict Requirements

- Only 100% U.S.-origin materials and labor are allowed—no percentage thresholds or partial compliance.
- Berry applies to both end products and components; it covers all tiers of contract suppliers.
- Exceptions are rare, including:
  - Waivers via Domestic Non‑Availability Determinations (DNADs)
  - Small-value procurements under ~$150,000

⚙️ Our Berry-Compliant Manufacturing Capability

Madaco Safety Products designs and manufactures harnesses, lanyards, and accessories that are fully Berry Compliant:

·         - U.S.-sourced materials — fibers, webbing, hardware, thread, and components
- Domestic processing — cutting, sewing, assembly all performed in our Chino, California facility
- Strict traceability & documentation — certificates of origin for every material lot

🛠️ Why Choose Our Berry‑Compliant Products

·         - Assured compliance with Berry Amendment regulations
- Full transparency on sourcing practices
- Rapid delivery from our U.S.-based production line
- Ideal for military, government, and DoD contractor use

📞 Need Berry‑Compliant Gear?

·         Contact us to discuss your needs—whether it’s harnesses, lanyards, webbing, hardware, or finished assemblies. We'll work with you to specify:
- Material categories
- Production timelines
- Compliance documentation

ℹ️ Important Note About Standard Products

Please note that our standard product lines may include components sourced from both U.S. and overseas manufacturers. This includes raw materials such as webbing, thread, labels, hardware, and other components. As a result, our existing products are not guaranteed to be fully Berry Compliant. If your project or contract requires 100% U.S.-origin materials and manufacturing to meet Berry Amendment standards, please contact us directly. We have the capability to produce custom Berry Compliant products and will work with you to ensure all material sourcing, documentation, and production meet the required specifications.

📚 Sources & References

- https://www.trade.gov/berry-amendment
- https://www.trade.gov/berry-covered-items
- https://johnhowardcompany.com/
- https://offbase.co/collections/london-bridge-trading
- https://www.trade.gov/sites/default/files/2025-03/Chapter%2012%20-%20Federal%20Procurement%202025.pdf