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NMFC 121370 - Forms & Assembly Jigs | Class 85

Article ID
121370
Tooling forms and assembly jigs, boxed or crated
Freight Group
MACHINERY GROUP
Machinery Group handling for precision fixtures
Class Range
85 1 classification
Set at Class 85, density not required
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous article; standard LTL handling

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
121370.00 Forms, Layouts or Assembly Jigs, wood or metal, separate or combined, in boxes or crates or on pallets or skids 85

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Choose rigid boxing or crating, then block and brace jigs so nothing shifts; cap sharp edges and wrap wood pieces to control moisture.
  2. Mark lifting points and orientation arrows on the crate; add “precision tooling—do not stack,” and strap the crate to a skid for safe forklift handling.
  3. Bundle separate forms/layouts by job with a contents map and part numbers; sandwich flat templates between fiberboard sheets to prevent bending.
  4. Quote at fixed Class 85, not density-based; list material (wood or metal) and packaging (box or crate) on the BOL to avoid reclass delays.

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

Business Value

  • Predictable pricing: fixed Class 85 simplifies LTL quotes and curbs reclass fees for tooling shipments.
  • Lower damage risk: crate-focused prep (blocking, bracing, edge guards) survives cross-dock handling.
  • Operational speed: carriers recognize the Machinery Group code, reducing inspections and pickup delays.
  • Cleaner compliance: NMFC 121370 on paperwork strengthens claims and vendor audit performance.