NMFC 147000 - Outfits Group | Class N/A
Classify apparel sets under NMFC 147000. Covers Outfits Group items in cartons, on hangers, or polybagged, cotton or blends. Non-hazardous shipping.
Freight Group ID
147000
NMFC 147000 for apparel outfits
Total Articles
32
NMFC articles in this group
Class Range
0-300
No class range; confirm subclass
NMFC Articles in this Group
How to Use This Classification
- Confirm fabric content and product intent (uniform sets, pajama sets, coordinated fashion) and note knit vs woven; this steers the applicable NMFC subclass when booking.
- Choose packaging based on retailer requirements: flat-pack size-run cartons with inner polybags for most LTL, or ship on hangers only when rail delivery is mandated to avoid accessorials.
- Use sturdy corrugated master cartons (e.g., 24x16x12 in) with dividers, corner protection, and “Apparel Sets — Do Not Crush” markings to preserve collars, trims, and set integrity.
- Provide a detailed packing list with fiber breakdown, SKU/style/color/size, and piece counts; share with the carrier or 3PL to validate the correct Outfits Group subclass since density isn’t used.
Business Value
- Proper subclass selection minimizes reclass charges and keeps quote-to-invoice variance low for apparel set shipments.
- Flat-packed cartons improve trailer cube and reduce LTL cost per unit versus on-hanger garment handling fees.
- Protective inner bags and reinforced cartons cut OS&D claims on multi-piece sets, reducing returns and repack labor.
- Consistent size-run cartonization accelerates DC putaway and retail cross-dock flow, shortening time-to-shelf and freeing working capital.