NMFC 123840 - Enameling/Pottery Kilns in Crates | Class 110

Note 123842: NOTE-Finished surfaces liable to damage by other freight must be protected.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Select packaging by size: bench-top test kilns can go double-wall boxed with internal bracing, while studio or production kilns should ship fully crated with a skid base for forklift entry.
2. Stabilize fragile internals: immobilize firebrick, shelves, and posts; brace lids or doors; isolate controllers and thermocouples; add desiccant and corner blocking to protect refractory surfaces.
3. Complete paperwork precisely: declare NMFC 123840, Class 110, and list the packaging as box or crate; apply tilt and shock indicators; consult Note item 123842 if accessories or stands ship separately.
4. Plan access and handling: request liftgate for schools or studios without docks, mark do-not-stack, and show center-of-gravity so carriers move the crate without stressing elements or hinges.

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

• Predictable pricing with a fixed Class 110 rating improves rate shopping and reduces reclass disputes across carriers.
• Non-hazardous status avoids hazmat surcharges and streamlines paperwork, accelerating pickup and transit.
• Proper boxing or crating sharply cuts damage risk to brittle firebrick and heating elements, lowering claims and downtime for studios and labs.
• Clear NMFC alignment supports faster quoting and better carrier acceptance, improving on-time delivery for OEMs, distributors, and schools.