The present subject matter relates to fabrication of micro-arc oxidation (MAO) based insert-molded components. In an example implementation, a method of fabricating a MAO based insert-molded component comprises forming an insert-molded component and oxidizing the insert-molded component through MAO. The insert-molded component has a metal body molded with a plastic body. On oxidation of the insert-molded component through MAO an oxide layer is formed on the metal body.