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NMFC 114480 - Flour Blenders & Sifters | Class 85

Article ID
114480
Flour blenders and sifters indexed under 114480
Freight Group
MACHINERY GROUP
Food-grade processing machinery within Machinery Group
Class Range
85 1 classification
Fixed Class 85 for boxed or crated units
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous equipment—no special hazmat handling

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
114480.00 Flour Blenders or Sifters, or Sifters, Elevators and Feeders combined, or Sifters and Hoppers combined, in boxes or crates 85

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Choose packaging by stability: crate tall, top‑heavy sifters; sturdy boxes fit compact blenders with internal bracing around screens and bearings.
  2. Bolt the machine to a skid, lock vibration drives, and remove loose hoppers, feeders, or chutes; bag and label hardware, then secure inside the same crate.
  3. Write the NMFC on the BOL: “NMFC 114480, Class 85 – Flour sifter/blender, crated or boxed.” Add Do Not Tip and Keep Dry orientation labels.
  4. Lower the center of gravity with blocking, protect sensitive sieves with foam and edge guards, and line the crate to contain residual flour dust.

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

Business Value

  • Fixed Class 85 delivers predictable LTL pricing—no density math, fewer quote surprises.
  • One code covers stand‑alone sifters, blenders, and sifter‑hopper/elevator‑feeder combos, streamlining procurement and paperwork.
  • Proper crating minimizes screen and motor damage, reducing claims and downtime for mills and bakeries.
  • Accurate NMFC usage and packaging reduce reclass fees and accessorials, improving total landed cost.