manufacturers penalty insurance

Coverage in the event of late delivery of a product for an agreed amount based on the contract between the insured manufacturer and a purchaser. Designed for manufacturers who are compelled to enter into contracts under which they assume responsibility for delay in completion of a product. The policy generally covers 90 percent of the penalty loss sustained, but does not extend to strikes or labor disputes.

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