Candy Mfg
Florida Workers' Compensation Class Code 2503 • FWCJUA / NCCI • Effective 2025-01-01
Current Rate
$1.60
per $100 of payroll
FWCJUA / NCCI 2025-01-01
What is Class Code 2503?
Class code 2503 covers candy and confectionery manufacturing. Work involves cooking sugar and chocolate, operating candy-making machinery, and packaging finished products. Hazards include burns from hot sugar and cooking equipment, repetitive motion injuries, and slips on sweet-coated floors.
Who is Covered Under This Code?
Candy makers, chocolate workers, machine operators, and packaging workers.
Tips to Reduce Your Premium
- Burns from hot sugar are a significant hazard — enforce PPE requirements
- Slip-and-fall prevention is important in candy manufacturing environments
Frequently Asked Questions
What is workers comp class code 2503?
Class code 2503 covers candy and confectionery manufacturing. Work involves cooking sugar and chocolate, operating candy-making machinery, and packaging finished products. Hazards include burns from hot sugar and cooking equipment, repetitive motion injuries, and slips on sweet-coated floors.
What is the workers comp rate for class code 2503 in Florida?
The current workers' compensation rate for class code 2503 in Florida is $1.60 per $100 of payroll, as set by FWCJUA / NCCI effective 2025-01-01. Your actual premium will also depend on your experience modification factor (EMR) and the carrier you choose.
Who is covered under class code 2503?
Candy makers, chocolate workers, machine operators, and packaging workers.
How can I reduce my workers comp premium for class code 2503 in Florida?
Burns from hot sugar are a significant hazard — enforce PPE requirements Slip-and-fall prevention is important in candy manufacturing environments
Do I need workers comp insurance for employees classified under code 2503 in Florida?
Yes. Florida requires most employers to carry workers' compensation insurance for their employees. Class code 2503 employees must be covered. Penalties for non-compliance in Florida can be severe, including stop-work orders and fines. Contact Bright Coast Insurance at (239) 228-8029 for a fast, competitive quote.
Rates shown are advisory loss costs or assigned risk rates as of the effective date listed. Your actual workers' compensation premium will depend on your specific payroll, experience modification factor (EMR), carrier selection, and other underwriting factors. Contact Bright Coast Insurance for an accurate quote tailored to your business.
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Quick Facts
- Class Code
- 2503
- State
- Florida
- Rate per $100
- $1.60
- Rating Org
- FWCJUA / NCCI
- Effective
- 2025-01-01
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