NMFC 161635 - Paperback Books in Boxes | Class 60

Note 161636: NOTE-Shipper must certify on shipping orders and bills of lading at time of shipment that the actual value of each book does not exceed $2.30. If the shipper fails to so certify the actual value, item 161560, naming 'Books, NOI,' will apply.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Confirm each book’s unit value is $2.30 or less to qualify for NMFC 161635. Note the per-copy value on the BOL, and use related Note item 161636 if value exceeds the limit.
2. Pack paperbacks in snug, corrugated boxes; align spines and fill voids with kraft paper to prevent corner crush. Seal with an H-tape pattern for transit strength.
3. Keep carton weights practical—ideally 35–50 lb—to aid handling. Use smaller book boxes or hand holes for dense titles and label cartons “Books—Heavy” when appropriate.
4. If palletizing boxed books, avoid overhang, alternate stack patterns to protect spines, add a moisture top sheet, and stretch-wrap securely. Mark NMFC 161635, Class 60 on labels.

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

• Predictable pricing with fixed Class 60—no density calculations—reduces re-bills and speeds up quoting.
• Optimized for remainders, promos, and bulk bookstore shipments where unit value is low, helping keep LTL costs down.
• Box-only requirement streamlines packing standards, cutting claims from edge damage and scuffed covers.
• Clear value rule (≤ $2.30 each) and reference to Note item 161636 reduce audit disputes and administrative time.