NMFC 111680 - Livestock | Class 0

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Confirm carrier acceptance of live animals; most general LTL networks do not. Use livestock haulers with ventilated stock trailers and plan routes around heat or cold spikes.
2. Outfit pens, partitions, or sturdy crates suited to species and size (e.g., kid goats, feeder pigs). Add absorbent bedding and secure fixtures to prevent shifting.
3. Prepare health certificates, brand/ownership documents, and any state-to-state permits. Share emergency contacts and care instructions with the driver.
4. List NMFC 111680, Class 0 on the BOL and in your TMS. Mark non-hazardous but special handling so dispatch and terminals prioritize welfare checks.

Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.

• Correct Class 0 coding avoids density disputes, reclass fees, and surprise rebills.
• Faster routing by steering tenders to livestock specialists instead of general LTL, reducing refusals and reschedules.
• Accurate NMFC alignment streamlines vet paperwork, state permits, and inspections, cutting dwell time at checkpoints.
• Improved animal welfare planning lowers mortality risk and claim exposure while producing more reliable transit ETAs.