Insect Infestation

Insect Infestation is a common quality defect term in foreign trade cargo inspection, referring to goods being invaded and bored by insects during storage and transportation, resulting in appearance damage, loss of function, or reduced value. This term is often used for agricultural products (such as grains, beans), wood, textiles, paper, and other susceptible commodities. Usage scenarios include: contract quality clauses, letter of credit requirements, defect descriptions in inspection certificates (such as CIQ, SGS), and claim basis. Notes: 1) The degree of insect infestation (such as slight or severe) and whether it affects use should be clarified; 2) A distinction should be made between insect infestation and 'pest damage,' the latter may include live insects and eggs, while insect infestation focuses on boring traces; 3) Unlike 'mold,' insect infestation is physical damage, while mold is a biochemical change; 4) If the contract stipulates 'Free from Insect Infestation,' any trace of insect infestation constitutes a breach of contract. Foreign trade practitioners should specify inspection standards, liability attribution, and claim periods in the contract, and retain inspection evidence.