What is a NMFC item number?
The National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) # is the item number that describes the contents being shipped. The class of your shipment is determined by its contents, as different types of products have different shipping costs.
Is NMFC and freight class the same thing?
Freight Class: What’s the Difference? Every commodity has both a freight class and a NMFC code. Freight class represents a category of items while NMFC codes relate to specific commodities within each of the 18 freight classes.
What freight class is an engine?
Class 70
Figuring our right freight classes
| Class Name | Notes, Examples |
|---|---|
| Class 55 | Bricks, cement, mortar, hardwood flooring |
| Class 60 | Car accessories & car parts |
| Class 65 | Car accessories & car parts, bottled beverages, books in boxes |
| Class 70 | Car accessories & car parts, food items, automobile engines |
How is National Motor freight Classification determined?
How to Determine an NMFC Code for Your LTL Shipment
- Search for the commodity within the tool.
- Select the commodity/NMFC that best fits the freight you are shipping.
- Calculate the density of your commodity with a freight calculator (you will need to know your commodity’s exact length, width, height, and weight).
How is National Motor Freight Classification determined?
Who determines NMFC?
The National Motor Freight Traffic Association
The National Motor Freight Traffic Association has created the NMFC to help shippers establish accurate pricing and ensure quality packaging for your freight throughout its journey.
Which is integral to the national motor freight classification?
Integral to the National Motor Freight Classification ® (NMFC ®) are internationally recognized specifications, rules and requirements for the proper packaging of goods moving by motor carrier. The packaging provisions in the NMFC fall into three basic categories:
How to contact the National Motor Freight Traffic Association?
For subscription information, call NMFTA Customer Service at 1.866.411.NMFC (6632). ©2020 National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. All rights reserved.
What are the packaging provisions in the NMFC?
The packaging provisions in the NMFC fall into three basic categories: General packaging definitions and specifications Specifications for packages that have been approved expressly for the transportation of certain commodities
How big are Neiman Marcus direct re-shipper cartons?
Carton Size & Weight – Excludes Neiman Marcus Direct Re-shipper Cartons Minimum – 2 lbs. and 9x9x3 Maximum – 50 lbs. and 32x42x36 Lockerstock (79) & Express Allocation (90)- 30 lbs. and 24x15x16