CAL WEST COMMODITIES INC
USDOT 1741515 • 3853 WEST WARDROBE AVENUE, MERCED, CA, 95341
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals1 flagged
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-637787 | REVOKED | Dec 5, 2024 | Dec 5, 2024 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FNCAP00019000 | ON FILE | Aug 23, 2024 | May 7, 2025 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 5820JMA14010996 | ON FILE | Mar 13, 2011 | May 16, 2011 |
Insurance History (23 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FNCAP00019000 | CANCELLED | Aug 23, 2024 | May 9, 2025 |
| THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FNCAP00019000 | REPLACED | Aug 23, 2024 | Aug 23, 2024 |
| THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FNCAP00019000 | REPLACED | Aug 23, 2024 | Aug 23, 2024 |
| THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FNCAP00019000 | REPLACED | Aug 23, 2024 | Aug 23, 2024 |
| THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FNCAP00019000 | CANCELLED | Aug 23, 2024 | Sep 3, 2025 |
| THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FNCAP00019000 | CANCELLED | Aug 23, 2024 | Jul 16, 2025 |
| THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FNCAP00019000 | CANCELLED | Aug 23, 2024 | Jun 12, 2025 |
| THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FNCAP00019000 | REPLACED | Aug 23, 2024 | Aug 23, 2024 |
| THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FNCAP00019000 | CANCELLED | Aug 23, 2024 | Dec 21, 2024 |
| SCOTTSDALE INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LJI0000752 | CANCELLED | Aug 23, 2021 | Aug 23, 2024 |
| WILLIAMSBURG NATIONAL INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA0642191 | REPLACED | Aug 23, 2016 | Aug 23, 2021 |
| WILLIAMSBURG NATIONAL INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA0584822 | CANCELLED | Mar 13, 2011 | Sep 23, 2016 |
| WILLIAMSBURG NATIONAL INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA0584822 | REPLACED | Mar 13, 2011 | Aug 23, 2016 |
| WILLIAMSBURG NATIONAL INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA0584822 | CANCELLED | May 16, 2010 | Mar 13, 2011 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 5820JMA140996 | CANCELLED | May 16, 2010 | Mar 13, 2011 |
| ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TP3786652 | CANCELLED | May 16, 2009 | May 16, 2010 |
| ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TP3786652 | CANCELLED | May 16, 2009 | May 16, 2010 |
| ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BA3677548 | CANCELLED | Aug 19, 2008 | May 16, 2009 |
| ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | BA3677549 | CANCELLED | Aug 19, 2008 | May 16, 2009 |
| ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | BA3677549 | CANCELLED | May 16, 2008 | Aug 19, 2008 |
| ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BA3677548 | CANCELLED | May 16, 2008 | Aug 19, 2008 |
| ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BA3572242 | CANCELLED | Mar 5, 2008 | May 16, 2008 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 2791NOY068179C0162 | CANCELLED | Mar 5, 2008 | May 16, 2008 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | FNCAP00019000 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 3, 2025 | Sep 3, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | FNCAP00019000 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 16, 2025 | Jul 16, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | FNCAP00019000 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 12, 2025 | Jun 12, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | FNCAP00019000 | BIPD/Primary | May 9, 2025 | May 9, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | FNCAP00019000 | BIPD/Primary | May 7, 2025 | May 7, 2025 |
| CANCEL | THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | FNCAP00019000 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 21, 2024 | Dec 21, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | FNCAP00019000 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 23, 2024 | Aug 23, 2024 |
| CANCEL | SCOTTSDALE INDEMNITY COMPANY | LJI0000752 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 23, 2024 | Aug 23, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | FNCAP00019000 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 23, 2024 | Aug 23, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | FNCAP00019000 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 23, 2024 | Aug 23, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY | FNCAP00019000 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 23, 2024 | Aug 23, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | WILLIAMSBURG NATIONAL INS CO. | CA0642191 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 23, 2021 | Aug 23, 2021 |
| TERM/CANCL | WILLIAMSBURG NATIONAL INS CO. | CA0584822 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 23, 2016 | Sep 23, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | WILLIAMSBURG NATIONAL INS CO. | CA0584822 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 23, 2016 | Aug 23, 2016 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 5820JMA14010996 | CARGO | May 16, 2011 | May 16, 2011 |
| CANCEL | WILLIAMSBURG NATIONAL INS CO. | CA0584822 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 13, 2011 | Mar 13, 2011 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 5820JMA140996 | CARGO | Mar 13, 2011 | Mar 13, 2011 |
| CANCEL | ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | TP3786652 | BIPD/Primary | May 16, 2010 | May 16, 2010 |
| CANCEL | ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | TP3786652 | CARGO | May 16, 2010 | May 16, 2010 |
| CANCEL | ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | BA3677549 | CARGO | May 16, 2009 | May 16, 2009 |
| CANCEL | ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | BA3677548 | BIPD/Primary | May 16, 2009 | May 16, 2009 |
| CANCEL | ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | BA3677549 | CARGO | Aug 19, 2008 | Aug 19, 2008 |
| CANCEL | ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | BA3677548 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 19, 2008 | Aug 19, 2008 |
| CANCEL | ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | BA3572242 | BIPD/Primary | May 16, 2008 | May 16, 2008 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 2791NOY068179C0162 | CARGO | May 16, 2008 | May 16, 2008 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-637787 | VOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (9 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC637787 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 29, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 23, 2024 |
| MC637787 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 29, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 21, 2016 |
| MC637787 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 14, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 28, 2011 |
| MC637787 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 19, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 17, 2010 |
| MC637787 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 20, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 18, 2009 |
| MC637787 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 23, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 6, 2008 |
| MC637787 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 21, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 27, 2008 |
| MC637787 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 21, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 20, 2008 |
| MC637787 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 18, 2008 | REVOKED | Dec 5, 2024 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
10 states • 47 inspections
Violation Summary (56 violations from 47 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 17 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 5 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 5 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 4 | 3 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 4 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E1PC | HOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22(g) | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8 | Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(4) | Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.45(b) | Expired medical examiner's certificate | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(2) | Driving beyond 11-hour driving limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (47 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
6 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (6 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1, 2022 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | TURLOCK | W MAIN ST / S TEGNER | ...FY5673 | CAL WEST COMMODITIES INC |
| Aug 16, 2022 | NV | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | R2 - I580/I80 | ...NA1190 | CAL WEST COMMODITIES INC |
| Jun 30, 2020 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 12, 2020 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 7, 2019 | NV | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 25, 2013 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
32 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 32 events