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NMFC 161500 - Printed Matter Group | Class N/A

Find printed matter in NMFC 161500. Covers brochures, catalogs, posters and booklets packed in cartons or palletized bundles. Class range N/A and non-hazardous.

Freight Group ID
161500
NMFC 161500 for varied printed matter
Total Articles
9
NMFC articles in this group
Class Range
0-70
No fixed class; depends on format
Category
PAPER AND PRINTING
Parent category

NMFC Articles in this Group

NMFC 161630 - Paperback Books in Boxes | Class 60

Ship paperback books under NMFC 161630. Flexible covers ≤0.015 in with uncoated ground wood pages up to 5x8 inches in boxes, Class 60, non-hazardous shipping.

NMFC 161635 - Paperback Books in Boxes | Class 60

Classify paperback books under NMFC 161635. Flexible paper covers, boxed, value not over $2.30 each, ship at Class 60. Non-hazardous and easy to ship.

NMFC 161700 - Magazines & Inserts | Density-Based Class

Classify magazines, periodicals, and inserts in NMFC 161700. Density-based classes apply to packaged bundles per Item 170. Non-hazardous with quick rating.

NMFC 161710 - Magazine & Paper Covers | Class 70

Classify magazine, periodical, or flexible paper covers in NMFC 161710. Packaged printed matter at Class 70 for credit-value returns. Non-hazardous status.

NMFC 161800 - Newspapers in Packages | Class 70

Find the right class for newspapers in NMFC 161800. Covers printed newspapers shipped in packages at Class 70 for LTL. Quick cost estimates and non-hazardous.

NMFC 161850 - Printed Value Documents in Boxes | Class N/A

Find NMFC 161850 for printed matter with exchange value. Covers paper or paperboard coupons and prepaid forms in boxes. Non-hazardous for easy shipping.

NMFC 161855 - Printed Matter | Class Varies by Density

Find printed matter under NMFC 161855. Covers books, maps, blueprints, and directories in boxes, crates, or packages with density-based classes. Non-hazardous shipping.

NMFC 161895 - Stamps, Postage | Class 0

Classify postage stamps in NMFC 161895. Covers printed paper sheets or rolls in envelopes, binders, or cartons, all at Class 0. Easy quoting and non-hazardous.

NMFC 161897 - Revenue or Tax Stamps | Class 0

Find NMFC 161897 for revenue or tax stamps. Applies to printed paper stamps in sheets, rolls, or booklets with sealed cartons. Class 0, non-hazardous. Fast rates.

How to Use This Classification

  • Identify the exact format being shipped (e.g., folded brochures, catalogs, or rolled posters) and match it to the proper NMFC item within the Printed Matter Group before booking.
  • Choose packaging by product type: double‑wall cartons with interleaving for catalogs or magazines; banded chipboard‑backed bundles with stretch wrap for brochures; tubes or flat packs for posters.
  • Palletize tight and square: use 40x48 pallets, no overhang, corner boards, a top cap, and two straps each direction; keep height manageable (often under 48 in.) for stack stability.
  • Protect against moisture and scuffing with poly bagging or shrink overwrap, add slip sheets between layers, and label orientation or handling notes when glossy covers are prone to edge crush.

Business Value

  • Accurate mapping to the correct Printed Matter NMFC item reduces reclass fees, surprise reweighs, and invoice disputes.
  • Optimized pallet builds (dense, cube‑efficient stacks) lower damage risk and can reduce accessorials tied to oversize or unstable freight.
  • Moisture and edge protection cut costly reprints and prevent missed campaign dates tied to damaged deliveries.
  • Non‑hazardous materials broaden carrier options and streamline LTL scheduling for faster tender-to-pickup cycles.