Important Certification Notice The current batch of 403 Plates were manufactured during our NIJ certification process. While these plates do not bear the NIJ certified seal, they are identical in all aspects to our certified products:Same materialsSame manufacturing standardsSame weight specifications The only difference is the timing of production:Current batch: Produced while certification was pendingFuture batches: Produced after certification, will include the NIJ certified sealOur certification can be found under "MIRA Tactical" on the NIJ website. We assure you that all our products, regardless of the presence of the NIJ seal, meet the rigorous standards required for NIJ certification.Important Note: This item cannot be purchased by anyone who has a violent felony conviction, cannot be shipped to any address in Connecticut or New York, and cannot be shipped internationally (US only). Key FeaturesMIRA Safety&';s 400 series offers NIJ 0101.06 Certified Level IV body armor, providing ultimate defense against high-caliber, armor-piercing rounds. Choose between the cost-effective 403 model and the lightweight 408 model, both crafted with pride in the USA.NIJ 0101.06 Certified Level 4 stand-alone protectionStops armor-piercing rounds like .30-06 M2 APMade in USA with full Berry Amendment complianceAdvanced composite materials for superior strength and durabilityCORDURAA(R) nylon wrap for water resistance and longevityErgonomic multi-curve shooter&';s cut for enhanced mobility5-year warrantyModel Specifications Feature403 SeriesProtectionNIJ Level IVThickness0.83 inches (21 mm)Weight (10"x12" Shooter Cut)7.7 lbs (3.5 kg)Curve TypeSingle Curve, Multi CurveCut OptionsShooter CutWhy Choose MIRA Safety 400 Series?Uncompromising protection: Tested rigorously to exceed NIJ standardsInnovative design: Lightweight yet durable, using cutting-edge materialsVersatility: Suitable for law enforcement, military, and security personnelPeace of mind: USA-made with stringent quality control