# Components

Components are the fundamental building blocks that make up electronic assemblies (PCBs, products, etc.).
You can view components in Luminovo under the "Parts" tab.
There are `OffTheShelf` and `Custom` components in order to get good data quality in Luminovo.
- `OffTheShelf` are all electonic components which have a MPN and can be purchased from an electronic parts suppliers.
- `Custom` are all other non-electronic components, such as screws, packaging materials, lables, etc. Also, custom are all electronic components which are not standartized and don't have an MPN.


## Import Component Data

 - [POST /components/import](https://docs.luminovo.com/specs/bundled/components/postcomponents.md)

## Get Component Risk

 - [GET /components/{ipn}/risk](https://docs.luminovo.com/specs/bundled/components/getcomponentrisk.md): Get compliance and lifecycle of a component.