UNITED FRUIT & PRODUCE CO
USDOT 147627 • 55 PRODUCE ROW, ST LOUIS, MO, 63102
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | SURETY | LPM7655658 | ON FILE | Dec 13, 2020 | Aug 30, 2023 |
| AMCO INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | ACP BAA 3008828538 | ON FILE | Aug 18, 2018 | Aug 18, 2020 |
| AMCO INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ACP BAA 3008828538 | ON FILE | Aug 18, 2018 | Aug 18, 2020 |
Insurance History (6 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | SURETY | LPM7655658 | REPLACED | Dec 13, 2020 | Aug 10, 2023 |
| FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | SURETY | LPM7655658 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2018 | Jan 13, 2021 |
| FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | SURETY | LPM7655658 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2018 | Dec 13, 2020 |
| INTERNATIONAL FIDELITY INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | LRIFSU0486477 | CANCELLED | Apr 3, 2009 | May 13, 2009 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | CARGO | QT-660-6231M667-TIL-08 | CANCELLED | Dec 12, 2008 | Sep 15, 2018 |
| THE CHARTER OAK FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | Y-810-2424B89A-COF-08 | CANCELLED | Dec 10, 2008 | Sep 15, 2018 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | LPM7655658 | SURETY | Aug 30, 2023 | Aug 30, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | LPM7655658 | SURETY | Aug 10, 2023 | Aug 10, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | LPM7655658 | SURETY | Jan 13, 2021 | Jan 13, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | LPM7655658 | SURETY | Dec 13, 2020 | Dec 13, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | AMCO INSURANCE COMPANY | ACP BAA 3008828538 | CARGO | Aug 18, 2020 | Aug 18, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | AMCO INSURANCE COMPANY | ACP BAA 3008828538 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 18, 2020 | Aug 18, 2020 |
| CANCEL | THE CHARTER OAK FIRE INSURANCE CO. | Y-810-2424B89A-COF-08 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 15, 2018 | Sep 15, 2018 |
| CANCEL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT-660-6231M667-TIL-08 | CARGO | Sep 15, 2018 | Sep 15, 2018 |
| CANCEL | INTERNATIONAL FIDELITY INSURANCE COMPANY | LRIFSU0486477 | SURETY | May 13, 2009 | May 13, 2009 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-665379 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (4 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC665379 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 3, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 11, 2023 |
| MC665379 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Oct 3, 2018 | — | Unknown |
| MC665379 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | Feb 22, 2018 | — | Unknown |
| MC665379 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Dec 30, 2008 | REVOKED | Sep 24, 2018 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
4 states • 83 inspections
Violation Summary (65 violations from 83 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 3 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41APC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency | 2 | 2 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.26(b) | Motor carrier failed to ensure that the ELD automatically recorded the required data elements. | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:391.41B10-MC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial vehicle without corrective lenses or hearing aid as indicated on the driver's medical certificate | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11B4 | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a CDL (passenger or property carrying) vehicle that is non-excepted and the driver has self-certified as excepted interstate or | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.41A-MCPC | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALR | Air Brake - Fails air loss rate test | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:383.51(a) | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(2) | Driver failing to maintain ELD instruction sheet | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.203C-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.71(h) | License (CDL) - CDL or CLP holder possesses a valid medical certificate but is not on file with the issuing state driver's licensing agency as required | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(4) | No valid medical certificate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.30 | Battery improperly secured | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.9(d)(2) | Failure to correct defects noted on previous inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (83 inspections)
Showing 50 of 83
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 24, 2025 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | ST LOUIS | CST BROADWAY | ...790323 | UNITED FRUIT & PRODUCE CO |
| Apr 25, 2024 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | ST LOUIS | IS 70 | — | UNITED FRUIT & PRODUCE CO |
| Sep 1, 2023 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | OAKWOOD TWP | I-74 | ...069878 | UNITED FRUIT & PRODUCE CO |
| Nov 12, 2022 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 2 | ST LOUIS | IS 55 | ...FG8949 | UNITED FRUIT & PRODUCE CO |
| May 26, 2022 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | ST LOUIS | CST 11TH ST | ...BP4431 | UNITED FRUIT & PRODUCE CO |
| Sep 6, 2021 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | MONTGOMERY TWP | I-74 WB | ...071337 | UNITED FRUIT & PRODUCE CO |
| Jul 18, 2021 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | ST CHARLES | IS 70 | ...276214 | UNITED FRUIT & PRODUCE CO |
| Nov 9, 2020 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 15, 2020 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 28, 2019 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 26, 2019 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 9, 2018 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 25, 2017 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 22, 2016 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| May 5, 2016 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 24, 2016 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 31, 2016 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 28, 2015 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 24, 2015 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 24, 2015 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 24, 2015 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 18, 2015 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 16, 2015 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 2, 2015 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 24, 2014 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
36 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 36 events