NMFC 14010 - Inert Ammo & Practice Bombs | Density Class

Article ID

14010

NMFC 14010 for inert munitions

Freight Group

AMMUNITION, NOT EXPLOSIVE, GROUP

Non-explosive ammunition components in crates/boxes

Class Range

N/A 0 classification

Density-driven class per Item 170

Hazardous

Non-hazardous; standard LTL handling

Classification Details

NMFC	Description	Class
14010.00	Ammunition, not explosive, viz.: Bombs, practice, concrete, steel reinforced, in boxes or crates; Bombs or Mines, dummy, solid, or filled with inert material, in boxes or crates; Bombs or Mines, practice, iron or steel, other than plate or sheet iron or steel, or zinc and iron or steel combined, empty, in boxes or crates; Bombs or Mines, practice, plate or sheet iron, empty, in boxes or crates; Bomb Bodies; Bomb Body Parts, NOI, iron or steel; Aerial Bombs, empty, NOI; or Aerial Bomb Cluster Adapters, in boxes or crates; Bullets or Bullet Cores, in boxes or crates; Cartridge Kits, practice (drill), in boxes or crates; Cartridge Shells (Cartridge Cases), empty, for cannon, not primed, in boxes; Fuses, inert, finished or further finished than as from the mold or dies, in boxes; Grenades, hand or rifle, practice, dummy, or empty, in boxes; Gun Wads, in boxes; Shells, cartridge (Cartridge Cases), empty, for small arms, not primed, in boxes; Shot, iron or steel or copper-coated steel, in bags, boxes or drums; Shot, other than lead or steel or copper-coated steel, in bags, boxes or drums; Subject to Item 170 and having a density in pounds per cubic foot of: Show more

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

Confirm inert status before booking: no explosives, no primers, and no propellant. Note “Inert/Unprimed – NMFC 14010” on the BOL to prevent hazmat misclassification.
Package per Item 170 in sturdy boxes or crated assemblies. Block and brace heavy bomb bodies with internal cribbing, steel banding, and fork-entry cleats to stabilize weight.
Measure outer crate or box dimensions and record actual scale weight, then calculate density (PCF). Higher density typically results in a lower freight class under NMFC 14010.
Separate small metal items (bullet cores, empty cases, inert fuses) into partitioned cartons with liners to prevent abrasion. Keep box weights manageable for safe handling and stacking.

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

Single NMFC for many inert munitions shapes simplifies rating and auditing, reducing reclass fees and paperwork across SKUs.
Density-based class rewards compact packing: tighter crating and smart dunnage can lower class and cut LTL spend.
Non-hazardous status avoids hazmat surcharges and specialized carrier fees while maintaining standard LTL service windows.
Damage risk control: proper crating and internal blocking reduce claims on heavy steel or concrete bomb bodies, protecting margins.

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