NMFC 162840: Packaged Clothesline Props & Supports, Class 70

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Use rigid packaging—heavy-wall tubes or triangular cartons—with capped ends, corner guards, and internal foam to prevent bending of long poles.
2. For telescoping designs, nest sections and strap them inside the package; bag bolts and brackets and secure them to the shaft to avoid box punctures.
3. Measure the full length including end caps and fittings, and note carrier overlength thresholds when requesting LTL quotes.
4. Label clearly with “Do Not Bend” and place scannable barcodes on a side panel so automated conveyors can read long parcels.

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

• Fixed Class 70 simplifies rating and speeds quoting for packaged clothesline supports.
• Packaging requirement aligns with NMFC expectations, helping avoid reclass fees and inspections.
• Nesting sections to reduce overall length can cut overlength accessorials without changing the freight class.
• Reinforced end protection lowers damage claims on slender metal or wood props, boosting margins and customer satisfaction.