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NMFC 116000 - Inserting Machines | Class 100

Article ID
116000
Item 116000: Envelope inserting and sealing machines
Freight Group
MACHINERY GROUP
Machinery Group coverage for automated mail equipment
Class Range
100 1 classification
Fixed Class 100, no density calculation needed
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous, no special handling for HAZMAT

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
116000.00 Inserting Machines (Envelope Stuffing Machines) with or without envelope sealing attachment, in boxes or crates 100

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. State NMFC 116000, Class 100 on the BOL for inserting machines and specify packaging as boxed or crated to prevent reclass.
  2. Crate floor-standing or high-value units; block and brace feeders, hoppers, and sealer attachments, and add tilt/shock indicators for cross-dock handling.
  3. For boxed shipments, use double-wall or heavy-duty corrugate with foam-in-place around control panels and trays; secure belts, doors, and magazines with zip ties.
  4. Palletize with center-of-gravity awareness; keep lift points accessible, band the machine to the pallet, and avoid unnecessary “Do Not Stack” cones that can add fees.

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

Business Value

  • Predictable pricing at Class 100—no density calculation needed, simplifying quotes and routing decisions.
  • Coverage includes units with or without envelope sealing attachments, reducing ambiguity and reclass disputes.
  • Box or crate flexibility lets you balance cost and protection, limiting damage claims on sensitive feeders and electronics.
  • Faster booking and rate shopping for mailrooms, print-and-mail houses, and service technicians moving equipment between sites.