NMFC 124960 - Coffee/Spice Grinders, Hand or Power | Class 85

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Secure moving parts: lock or pad the burr set/blades, remove hoppers and dosing funnels, and bag screws and small accessories to prevent abrasion in transit.
2. Choose packaging by unit weight: double‑wall boxes with dense foam for countertop hand grinders; wood crates with blocking and bracing for heavy cast‑iron or powered grinders.
3. Prevent leaks and odors: clean out coffee oils or spice residue, cap ports, and wrap motors and gearboxes in poly to avoid odor claims and protect from dust.
4. Label and palletize smartly: mark “This Side Up” for machines with calibration dials, route power cords inside the package, and mount crates or boxes to a pallet to keep forks off the casing.

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

• Predictable costs with a fixed Class 85 rating—fewer reclass fees and faster quoting for both hand and powered grinder models.
• Simplified compliance: non-hazardous machinery reduces documentation and streamlines carrier acceptance across standard LTL networks.
• Damage mitigation through box/crate packaging guidance lowers claim risk on precision components like burrs, gearboxes, and calibration assemblies.
• Broader carrier options: clear NOI description covering coffee, drug, and spice applications ensures consistent treatment across industries.