Wholesale Cosmetics Distributor Insurance

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Why do wholesale cosmetics distributors need insurance?

A fire at your warehouse could bankrupt a small cosmetics wholesaler. Business insurance helps you recover from fire, theft, injuries, and accidents. It also covers legal costs if a customer sues over harm caused by a product.

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With Insureon, cosmetics wholesale distributors can get insurance coverage the same day they apply for quotes.

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What types of insurance do cosmetics wholesalers need?

These insurance policies cover common risks of wholesale cosmetics.
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General liability insurance

This policy covers basic cosmetics wholesaler risks, such as customer property damage and injuries. Bundle it with commercial property insurance for savings in a BOP.

BEST FOR
  • Slip-and-fall accidents
  • Damaged customer property
  • Product liability insurance
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Workers’ compensation insurance

Most states require workers' comp for cosmetics wholesalers that have employees. It also protects sole proprietors from work injury costs that health insurance might deny.

BEST FOR
  • Medical costs for workplace injuries
  • Disability benefits
  • Employee injury lawsuits
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Business owner's policy

A BOP bundles commercial property insurance and general liability coverage in one plan. It's often the most cost-effective type of business insurance for cosmetics wholesalers.

BEST FOR
  • Customer injuries
  • Stolen or damaged inventory
  • Business interruption incidents
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Commercial umbrella insurance

Commercial umbrella insurance boosts the limits on a cosmetics wholesaler's general liability insurance, commercial auto insurance, and employer’s liability insurance policies.

BEST FOR
  • Product liability lawsuits
  • Employee injury lawsuits
  • Auto accident lawsuits
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Commercial auto insurance

This policy covers costs when a delivery truck or other vehicle owned by a cosmetics wholesaler gets into an accident. Each state has its own requirements for auto liability insurance.

BEST FOR
  • Auto accident injuries
  • Property damage caused by your vehicle
  • Vehicle theft and vandalism
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Cyber insurance

A cyber liability policy helps cosmetics wholesalers recover from data breaches and cyberattacks. It's recommended for any small business that stores credit card numbers or other sensitive data.

BEST FOR
  • Customer notification costs
  • Credit monitoring services
  • Data breach investigations
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How much does insurance cost for wholesalers? 

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A wholesale makeup distributor with only a few employees will pay less for insurance than a larger company.

Factors that affect premiums include:

  • Wholesale products offered, such as skin care and beauty products
  • Business property and equipment
  • Business income
  • Types of insurance purchased
  • Policy limits and deductibles
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How do I get insurance for cosmetics wholesale distributors?

It's easy to get business insurance and surety bonds for cosmetics wholesalers if you have your company information on hand. Our application will ask for basic facts about your business, such as revenue and number of employees. You can buy a policy online and get a certificate of insurance with Insureon in three easy steps:

  1. Complete a free online application
  2. Compare insurance quotes and choose policies
  3. Pay for your policy and download a certificate

Insureon's licensed insurance agents work with top-rated U.S. providers to find the right insurance coverage for your wholesale cosmetics business, whether you work independently or hire employees.

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