breakage
n. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈbɹeɪkɪdʒ// UK //bɹˈeɪkɪdʒ// break·age
n. the act of breaking something or the damage that happens to it. In business, it often refers to the cost of damaged goods that a company has to pay for.
n. the act of breaking or the state of being broken. In a commercial context, it refers to the cost of damaged or lost goods that must be accounted for in a company's expenses.
The company reported a high amount of breakage this month.
The warehouse manager noted that the increase in breakage was due to the new, more fragile packaging.
While the initial cost of breakage is significant, the company's insurance policy covers any damage that occurs during the shipping process, provided the boxes are properly sealed.