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NMFC 174130 - Shades or Blinds Group | Class N/A

Classify shades and blinds in NMFC 174130. Covers wood, aluminum, or fabric units and related hardware in cartons or tubes. Non-hazardous for easier shipping.

Freight Group ID
174130
Shades & blinds group reference overview
Total Articles
6
NMFC articles in this group
Class Range
50-85
No fixed class; see item specifics
Category
HARDWARE AND CONSTRUCTION
Parent category

NMFC Articles in this Group

NMFC 174145 - Steel Venetian Blind Channels | Class 50

Ship steel venetian blind channels under NMFC 174145. Covers painted or unpainted, punched or plain, boxed or crated. Class 50, non-hazardous, ready for LTL.

NMFC 174170 - Venetian Blind Tape/Cord Kits | Class 85

Classify venetian blind tape and cord kits in NMFC 174170 for replacements. Boxed hardware ships at Class 85 for LTL freight. Non-hazardous for quick booking.

NMFC 174200 – Interior Blinds & Shades | Class N/A

Classify interior shades and blinds under NMFC 174200. Covers Venetian, mini, vertical, and shutters in boxes or crates with varied materials. Non-hazardous.

NMFC 174225 - Shade Slats & Fascia | Class N/A

Classify blind and shade slats, flashing, mounting strips under NMFC 174225. Class varies and pieces non‑coiled in boxes or crates. Guidance and non‑hazardous.

NMFC 174260 - Venetian Blind Hardware, Metal | Class 60

Classify Venetian blind metal fixtures with NMFC 174260. Boxed hardware, not slats, ships at Class 60 and is non-hazardous. Faster quotes and fewer reclasses.

NMFC 174270 - Venetian Blind Slat Material | Class N/A

Classify venetian blind slat material in NMFC 174270. Covers crowned or flat, painted or plain, coiled in boxes or crates or palletized. Non-hazardous for LTL.

How to Use This Classification

  • Confirm material and build: note if the product is a fabric roller shade, wood or faux-wood slat blind, or aluminum mini-blind, then select the matching NMFC item within this group.
  • Package long, narrow pieces to resist bending: roll fabric shades on heavy-wall tubes with end caps, or sandwich slatted blinds between rigid panels; then place in a telescoping carton.
  • Control length fees and handling: keep cartons under 96 inches when possible; for over-length items, palletize on long skids, strap securely, and mark Do Not Stack and Fork From Ends Only.
  • Bag and separate small hardware (brackets, cords, valances), label cartons 1 of 2 or similar, and prevent loose parts that lead to concealed-damage claims.

Business Value

  • Cleaner billing with proper grouping: selecting the correct item under the Shades or Blinds group reduces reclass and rebill risks.
  • Damage mitigation lowers OS&D costs: rigid tubes, corner protection, and palletizing long pieces cut bending and crush claims.
  • Optimized accessorial exposure: smart carton sizing and pallet choices help avoid length surcharges and additional handling fees.
  • Smoother dock flow and faster turns: clear labeling and consolidated hardware improve cross-dock speed and on-time performance.