Classification Details
| NMFC | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 178690.00 | Show more | |
| 178690.01 | Less than 1 | 400 |
| 178690.02 | 1 but less than 2 | 300 |
| 178690.03 | 2 but less than 4 | 250 |
| 178690.04 | 4 but less than 6 | 175 |
| 178690.05 | 6 but less than 8 | 125 |
| 178690.06 | 8 but less than 10 | 100 |
| 178690.07 | 10 but less than 12 | 92.5 |
| 178690.08 | 12 but less than 15 | 85 |
| 178690.09 | 15 but less than 22.5 | 70 |
| 178690.10 | 22.5 but less than 30 | 65 |
| 178690.11 | 30 but less than 35 | 60 |
| 178690.12 | 35 but less than 50 | 55 |
| 178690.13 | 50 or greater | 50 |
How to Determine Your Class
To find the correct freight class for your shipment:
- Determine density for each boxed or packaged item—include bases, mounting hardware, and any detachable parts when calculating cubic feet.
- For stanchions, retract belts or coil ropes, cap post ends, and double-box heavy bases to prevent metal-on-metal damage and carton punctures.
- Microphone stands/arms: lock pivots, bag clamps and screws, and add corner protection so slender arms don’t pierce the box during LTL handling.
- Drum/barrel tilting cradles and casket biers: immobilize tilt mechanisms, use blocking inside cartons, or strap boxed units to a skid for stability.
Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.
Business Value
- One NMFC for many stand types (stanchions, mic arms, sidewalk signs, drum cradles) streamlines quoting and reduces item misclassification risk.
- Density-based classes (50–400) reward smart packaging—nest components, choose right carton size, and boost density to lower your freight bill.
- Boxed/package-ready format aligns with carrier preferences, cutting rewrap fees and improving claim outcomes on metal and mixed-material fixtures.
- Non-hazardous status speeds carrier acceptance and helps secure better LTL rates for retail, events, hospitality, and warehouse operations.