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NMFC 154100 - Government-Stamped Postal Cards | Class 0

Article ID
154100
NMFC 154100 for heavy postal card loads
Freight Group
PAPER ARTICLES GROUP
Paper Articles Group for stamped card shipments
Class Range
0 1 classification
Weight-qualified Class 0 at 30,000 lb+
Hazardous
No
Paper product, non-hazardous, safe to ship

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
154100.00 Postal Cards, government stamped, in shipments weighing 30,000 pounds or more, see Note, item 153062 0

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Confirm the weight break: scale ticket must show 30,000 lb or more net freight (e.g., 34 skids × 900 lb = 30,600 lb). List NMFC 154100 and Note 153062 on the BOL.
  2. Unitize tightly: band or stretch-wrap card bundles with cornerboards, then strap to 48x40 pallets. Mark each pallet “Government-Stamped Postal Cards” and keep labels outward facing.
  3. Choose dry van equipment with moisture protection. Use load bars or air bags to prevent shift, and cap stack heights to avoid edge crush on lower bundles.
  4. Maintain custody controls: record trailer seal numbers, require driver count, keep carton/pallet counts on the BOL, and restrict mixed freight in the same load.

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

Business Value

  • Unlocks Class 0 pricing at the 30,000 lb threshold, driving significant cost-per-pound savings on large paper mailer movements.
  • Weight-qualified rating removes density calculations, cutting down reclass fees and dispute risk while speeding up rating and billing.
  • Uniform pallets of cards load and cube efficiently, improving trailer utilization and reducing handling time at origin and delivery docks.
  • Clear labeling and security practices reduce loss exposure on government-stamped materials, lowering claims and potential insurance costs.