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Confectionery and Nut Retailers
NAICS 445292 · United States · 2022 edition
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing candy and other confections, nuts, and popcorn not for immediate consumption and not made on the premises.
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Questions to ask
- Is any candy, fudge, popcorn, or other confection made on the premises, or is all product purchased pre-made and resold?
- Does the store repackage bulk nuts, candy, or dried fruit into bags or gift boxes — and if so, are those packages labeled with allergen information?
- Are there any refrigerated display cases or storage units on premises holding temperature-sensitive chocolate or confections?
- Does the store operate any kiosks, carts, temporary market stalls, or pop-up locations in addition to the primary storefront?
- Are any products sold online or shipped directly to consumers, and if so, to which states?
- What does peak seasonal inventory look like compared to typical inventory levels — particularly around Valentine's Day, Halloween, and Christmas?
- Are any delivery or catering gift basket operations part of the business, and what vehicles are used?
- Any prior claims related to food products, customer injuries, or employee incidents?
Activities described by this code
Other activities to examine
- Preparing and/or serving snack foods (e.g., doughnuts, bagels, ice cream, popcorn) for immediate consumption on or near the premises: 722515 — Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars;
- Retailing baked goods made on the premises but not for immediate consumption: 311811 — Retail Bakeries
Census classification reference
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Compare another operationInsurance operations research — draft
Confectionery and nut retailers operate fixed storefronts that sell pre-packaged or bulk candy, chocolates, nuts, dried fruits, and popcorn intended for customers to take home rather than consume on the premises. Inventory is typically purchased wholesale and resold without on-site manufacturing. Some locations may package bulk items into bags or gift boxes, though no cooking or production is occurring. Common retail settings include mall kiosks, strip-center shops, and standalone gift-oriented stores.
Questions to investigate
- Is any candy, fudge, popcorn, or other confection made on the premises, or is all product purchased pre-made and resold?
- Does the store repackage bulk nuts, candy, or dried fruit into bags or gift boxes — and if so, are those packages labeled with allergen information?
- Are there any refrigerated display cases or storage units on premises holding temperature-sensitive chocolate or confections?
- Does the store operate any kiosks, carts, temporary market stalls, or pop-up locations in addition to the primary storefront?
This insurance research was generated in April 2026. It has not received a complete human review. The October 12, 2026 audit checked codes and titles only, not descriptions or coverage assertions.