NMFC 127740 - Chain or Elevator Bucket | Class 100

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Print the exact NMFC on the BOL: “Chain or Elevator Bucket, NMFC 127740, Class 100,” and note material (steel or polymer) plus packaging (palletized, crated, bin).
2. Bundle chain securely: coil, strap with steel or poly banding, then stretch‑wrap to cover snagging ends and keep all metal within the pallet footprint.
3. Nest elevator buckets to reduce cube; add corrugate between layers, cap any sharp hardware, and band to a 48×40 pallet with edge guards.
4. For heavy consignments to mills, grain, or cement plants, mark the center of gravity, request no‑top‑stack if needed, and schedule dock appointments to limit touches.

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

• Fixed Class 100 means no density math, faster quotes, and fewer reclass disputes.
• One item covering chains and buckets streamlines catalogs and EDI, simplifying rating across carriers.
• Efficient packing (nesting buckets, coiling and banding chain) cuts cube and damages, reducing LTL rates and claims.
• Non‑hazardous status opens more carrier options and avoids hazmat fees for steadier landed costs.