NMFC 172460 - Saunas or Steam Rooms | Class 150

Note 172461: NOTE-Applies only on shipments consisting of wall, floor and roof sections sufficient to construct a room.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Confirm your shipment fits NMFC 172460: self‑contained sauna or steam room units, with or without integrated showers, packed in boxes or crates. If sending separate panels or generators, review related notes (items 172461–172463).
2. Package for impact and moisture: brace glass doors and panels, secure heaters and steam generators, wrap controls and electronics, and band the crate to a pallet. This class assumes boxed or crated freight—no loose pieces.
3. Prepare for handling and quoting: measure the outside of the crate or box (including pallet), list each piece count, apply “This Side Up” and “Do Not Stack” labels. Example: 1 crate 72x40x78, 900 lb, NMFC 172460, Class 150.
4. Plan accessorials early: request liftgate for residential or spa studios, limited access for resorts or wellness centers, and delivery appointments. Note long or heavy crates may need wider forks or team handling.

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

• Fixed Class 150 rating streamlines LTL quotes and reduces reclass risk, giving predictable freight charges for spa builders and distributors.
• Boxed/crated requirement lowers damage exposure on glass, heaters, and controls—fewer claims and fewer service interruptions for installations.
• Coverage includes sauna–shower combo units, minimizing miscoding across multiple NMFC items and speeding up billing and inspections.
• Not density-based, so rates are easier to benchmark across carriers, improving rate shopping and transit planning for project timelines.