How Much Can Powder Metallurgy Part Manufacturing Businesses Get in SBA Loans?

Across all SBA loan programs, 88 loans have been approved for businesses classified under NAICS 332117 (Powder Metallurgy Part Manufacturing), representing $42.3M in total capital deployed. The average approved loan of $481K is 41% above avg the national SBA average of $340K, with typical repayment terms of 126 months.

SBA lending for powder metallurgy part manufacturing is accelerating. Loan volume has grown approximately 100% over recent fiscal years. This upward trajectory suggests expanding access to capital and growing lender confidence in this sector. Peak activity occurred in FY2023.

The industry sees a balanced mix of SBA programs, with 18% of loans using the 504 program for fixed asset acquisition and the majority using 7(a) for its flexibility across working capital, equipment, and business acquisition uses. SBA 7(a) loans offer up to $5M with terms up to 25 years for real estate.

As a manufacturing business under NAICS 31 to 33, you qualify for FY2027 SBA fee terms through September 30, 2027. For manufacturers, the SBA has waived the 504 upfront guaranty fee and annual service fee, and the 7(a) upfront fee is 0% on loans of $700,000 or less. Additionally, the MARC (Manufacturers' Access to Revolving Credit) program launched in October 2025, offering up to $5M in revolving credit exclusively for domestic manufacturers, a first for SBA lending.