Flitz
Last verified: April 2026
Read our full verification: Is Flitz Made in USA?Est. 1980
Flitz has been manufacturing products in Waterford, WI since 1980. We carry 5 verified American-made Flitz products.
Heritage & History
Flitz was founded in 1980 in Waterford, Wisconsin, developing a multi-surface metal polish that could clean, shine, and protect chrome, aluminum, brass, copper, pewter, and fiberglass in a single product. The non-abrasive formula was formulated to remove oxidation, tarnish, and corrosion without scratching even the softest metals — a constraint that required careful micro-abrasive chemistry rather than conventional polishing compounds.
Flitz's performance attracted professional users before consumer adoption: the US military, NASA, law enforcement agencies, and professional automotive detailers adopted Flitz as their surface finishing standard. The brand's reputation for exceptional results on aircraft aluminum, stainless steel firearms, and chrome motorcycle components spread through professional communities who have no tolerance for products that scratch surfaces they're paid to protect.
Made in Waterford, Wisconsin
Flitz manufactures metal polish, surface wax, and cleaning products at the Waterford, Wisconsin facility. Polish formulation requires the precise selection and concentration of micro-abrasive particles that remove oxidation without scratching the substrate, combined with chemical cleaning agents that lift contamination and corrosion inhibitors that slow re-oxidation. The balance between abrasive effectiveness and surface safety requires formulation expertise that Flitz has developed across four decades of Wisconsin production.
Waterford is in Racine County in southeastern Wisconsin, in a region with strong precision manufacturing traditions. Flitz's Wisconsin production employs chemists and production staff who have refined the polish formula to the level of performance that attracts NASA and military users. For professional detailers, boat owners, motorcycle enthusiasts, and collectors who want surface finishing products that set the standard for their category, Flitz's Waterford manufacturing delivers over 40 years of Wisconsin precision.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Flitz made in the USA?
Yes. Flitz manufactures 5 verified products in Waterford, WI. Flitz International manufactures premium metal polish, surface wax, and cleaning products in Waterford, Wisconsin since 1980, producing the polishes used by NASA, the US military, and professional automotive and marine detailers who demand the finest surface finishing products.
Where is Flitz manufactured?
Flitz is headquartered in Waterford, WI. Manufacturing takes place in Waterford, WI.
What Flitz products can I buy?
We carry 5 verified Flitz products across Automotive. Every listing links directly to Amazon with verified American manufacturing.
When was Flitz founded?
Flitz was founded in 1980. Flitz International manufactures premium metal polish, surface wax, and cleaning products in Waterford, Wisconsin since 1980, producing the polishes used by NASA, the US military, and professional automotive and marine detailers who demand the finest surface finishing products.
Does Flitz ship from Amazon?
Yes, all Flitz products listed here are available on Amazon with free shipping for Prime members.