NMFC 118740 - Gins in Boxes or Crates | Class 85

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Enter the BOL description precisely: “Gins, in boxes or crates — NMFC 118740, Class 85.” This signals a fixed class with no density calculation needed.
2. Crate for machinery standards: bolt the gin frame to a skid, add blocking/bracing, protect shafts and motors, and use VCI wrap on steel parts to prevent corrosion during transit.
3. Mark center of gravity, tip/tilt indicators, and no-stack cones on large crates. Provide 4-way forklift access and lift points to avoid carrier handling damage.
4. Before pickup, secure control panels and guards, drain service fluids from gearboxes if applicable, and include a packing list and installation notes for quick receiving at mills.

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

• Predictable pricing with fixed Class 85 removes density disputes, reducing reclass fees and quote variance across LTL carriers.
• Proper crating lowers risk to precision ginning components (saws, ribs, rollers, motors), cutting damage claims and downtime at the gin or mill.
• Non-hazardous status streamlines documentation and avoids hazmat surcharges, improving transit options and lead times.
• Accurate, standardized BOL language speeds inspections and prevents delays, keeping seasonal harvest installations on schedule.