NMFC 14520 - Artists' & Crafters' Materials | Class N/A

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Confirm your mix of items (paints, canvases, brushes, kits) fits non-hazardous formulations; route any flammable solvents under the correct hazmat NMFC instead.
2. Match packaging to product: seal water-based paint sets in lined, partitioned cartons; protect stretched canvases with corner/edge guards and face sheets to prevent rub.
3. Unitize small parts (beads, clasps, craft hardware) into sealed inner kits, then overbox and print piece counts on labels to cut OS&D disputes.
4. Quote under NMFC 14520 as a group header and include a contents summary and photos; carriers may request an item-specific subclass before pickup.

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

• Single group header simplifies quoting across diverse art SKUs for retailers, schools, and makerspaces.
• Non-hazardous status broadens carrier options and avoids hazmat surcharges and paperwork.
• Damage-preventive pack-outs reduce claims on fragile canvases, molded clay, and brush sets, protecting margin and reputation.
• Kitting and master-cartoning shrink handling units, speed dock turns, and can lower LTL rates via better cube efficiency.