Achieve peace of mind with shipper's insurance
Gain an added level of protection for your LTL freight
Safeguard your less than truckload (LTL) shipments without the need for the carrier to establish or accept liability. With shipper's interest insurance, your claims are resolved quickly and conveniently. Our first-party coverage insures your products’ full value when physical loss or damage happens in transit.*
Protect your cargo, wherever you ship
U.S. insurance options
When shipping in the United States., a robust insurance policy offers comprehensive protection against unforeseen events like loss, damage, and Acts of God.
Canada insurance options
Canadian shippers benefit from policies that extend coverage beyond basic carrier indemnities, protecting against a wide range of transit risks, including theft and physical damage.
What sets C.H. Robinson shipper's interest insurance apart
Unmatched Expertise
Our insurance specialists possess unparalleled knowledge of evolving shipping risks to deliver the proactive coverage solutions you need.
Unrivaled Scale
Reliable claims handling anywhere your cargo travels, provides security and stability regardless of the shipment's origin or destination.
Tailored Solutions
Perfectly align your coverage with your specific supply chain dynamics using our meticulously crafted shipper's interest insurance solutions.
Understanding insurance options and limitations
Coverage options based on commodity
- General commodities: up to $100,000 (USD)
- Automobile, motorcycle, boat: up to $75,000
- Household goods & personal effects: up to $50,000
- Cell phones, laptops, tablets, memory cards, or sticks: up to $25,000
- Electronic components on assembled racks: up to $25,000
Items not eligible for coverage
Items not eligible for coverage
- Fine art
- Bulk products
- Ocean freight
- Pharmaceuticals
- Cigarettes/tobacco
- Live animals and eggs
- Shipments from Mexico
- Cash in transit and securities
- Jewelry and precious stones and metals
- Fresh/frozen foods and flowers/plants, including cotton
Key considerations for insurance
- Minimum deductible is $500
- Suitable packaging is required
- Concealed claims require timely reporting
- Wear and tear on used items will not be covered
- Receive claim payments within 30–45 days on average.*
Testimonials
"C.H. Robinson expertise and technology have been critical to getting our on-time percentage up double digits to 99% and keeping our projects on timeline and on budget."
Protect every LTL load with confidence
*Service provided through Old Republic Insurance Company, rated A+ by AM Best. All transactions and claims are managed by Roanoke Insurance Group.