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NMFC 172560 – Textile Print Screens, Wood-Guard | Class 250

Article ID
172560
Textile printing screens with wood-board surface guards
Freight Group
UNGROUPED ARTICLES
Filed under Ungrouped Articles for LTL
Class Range
250 1 classification
Class 250 fixed, not density-based
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous item, standard handling applies

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
172560.00 Screens, textile printing, surfaces protected with not less than 1/4 inch wooden boards, spaces between boards not over 1/4 inch, in packages 250

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Confirm packaging meets spec: wood boards at least 1/4 inch thick, gaps no more than 1/4 inch, fully covering the print face; add foam sheets to protect the mesh.
  2. Pair two screens face-to-face with a cardboard spacer, apply the wood-board guard, then shrink-wrap and strap; palletize to stop flexing during LTL handling.
  3. Use corner and edge protectors, label “Fragile – Printing Screens” and “Do Not Stack,” and add orientation arrows to reduce tipping or crushing risk.
  4. On the BOL, cite NMFC 172560, Class 250; skip density calculations, and include piece count and exterior dimensions for accurate LTL quotes.

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

Business Value

  • Avoids reclass and rebills by matching the exact 1/4 inch board and gap requirements, keeping freight bills predictable.
  • Cuts claims and downtime—rigid guarding minimizes mesh tears and frame dings, preserving print quality upon arrival.
  • Speeds rate shopping since Class 250 is fixed; teams can price loads quickly across multiple LTL carriers.
  • Scales from single replacement screens to production runs for apparel and promo printers without changing the packing standard.