Facility, stock and equipment
Identify processing and refrigeration equipment and where ingredients and finished goods are stored. Compare valuation, causes of loss and any limits for spoilage or equipment breakdown.
Business insurance
Food production may involve processing machinery, temperature-sensitive inventory and product distribution. Review each stage of the operation and the applicable policy terms.
Understanding your options
Food manufacturing combines property and machinery exposures with the possibility of third-party claims arising from products. Spoilage, business interruption and recall costs require separate review and are not automatically included.
Coverage, eligibility, limits and exclusions depend on the insurer and policy. Review the actual policy documents before making a decision.
A closer look
Identify processing and refrigeration equipment and where ingredients and finished goods are stored. Compare valuation, causes of loss and any limits for spoilage or equipment breakdown.
Describe products, packaging, labeling, sales channels and distribution. Review third-party product liability and how the policy treats property belonging to customers or goods in transit.
Business income coverage often depends on damage from a covered cause; a recall is a distinct issue. Examine triggers, waiting periods and whether recall or withdrawal costs are included, limited or excluded.
Before you reach out
Common questions
No. Product liability and the cost of withdrawing or recalling a product are different issues. Review exclusions and any separate recall coverage.
No. Coverage depends on the cause, location, property and policy terms. Ask about spoilage and utility-service conditions.
No. The policy may require physical damage from a covered cause and can contain time limits or exclusions.
Discuss transport, ownership and valuation. A property policy may treat goods in transit differently, so review the relevant coverage.
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