Classification Details
| NMFC | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 172670.00 | Show more | |
| 172670.01 | Less than 1 | 400 |
| 172670.02 | 1 but less than 2 | 300 |
| 172670.03 | 2 but less than 4 | 250 |
| 172670.04 | 4 but less than 6 | 175 |
| 172670.05 | 6 but less than 8 | 125 |
| 172670.06 | 8 but less than 10 | 100 |
| 172670.07 | 10 but less than 12 | 92.5 |
| 172670.08 | 12 but less than 15 | 85 |
| 172670.09 | 15 but less than 22.5 | 70 |
| 172670.10 | 22.5 but less than 30 | 65 |
| 172670.11 | 30 but less than 35 | 60 |
| 172670.12 | 35 but less than 50 | 55 |
| 172670.13 | 50 or greater | 50 |
Notes
Note 172671: NOTE-Also applies on finished Bus Passenger Seat Backs or Cushions.
How to Determine Your Class
To find the correct freight class for your shipment:
- Calculate density from the packed container: weigh the boxed or crated seat(s), measure exterior cubic feet, then select the matching class (50–400) under NMFC 172670.
- Package to Item 170 standards: use sturdy boxes or wood crates, pad upholstery and side bolsters, cap sharp seat rails/brackets, and immobilize recline tracks to prevent carton punctures.
- Shipping automobile seats? Review Note, item 172671. If sending pairs or a bench, measure and rate by the combined boxed/crated dimensions and weight.
- Mark orientation and details: label This Side Up, list seat type (bucket, bench, tractor pan, motorcycle), and band the sealed box/crate to a pallet only for handling stability.
Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.
Business Value
- Right-size your freight bill by using the precise density class, avoiding reclass and reweigh fees—especially on compact, high-density tractor or bicycle seats.
- Lower damage claims with proper crating for premium leather, marine, or aircraft seats, preserving resale value and cutting replacement cycles.
- Faster quotes and carrier acceptance: one NMFC covers multi-industry seats, and the commodity is non-hazardous, streamlining LTL tendering and TMS rating.
- Simplified reverse logistics and core returns for automotive and powersports programs by standardizing on box/crate packaging and a single density framework.