NMFC 182300 - Tile & Molding Group | Class N/A

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Specify the exact material and format on the BOL—ceramic, porcelain, stone tile or wood/PVC molding—and include counts and packaging (e.g., 12x24 tile, 8 cases on 1 pallet).
2. Package by product: stack boxed tile on a 48x40 pallet with corner boards and stretch wrap; crate loose stone; bundle 8‑ft cove molding in 10‑piece packs with end caps and banding.
3. Control dimensions and overhang: keep pallets flush and under 48x48; for long molding, book carriers that accept 96–108 in lengths or disclose a length surcharge upfront.
4. Protect edges and finishes: add slip sheets, foam, and edge guards; avoid top-loading delicate molding under heavy tile; mark Do Not Double Stack if crates can’t take top load.

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

• Clear grouping use reduces reclass risk and surprise rebills by aligning your BOL to the correct tile/molding family.
• Palletized or crated, stackable packaging improves cube efficiency and can earn better LTL rates versus irregular, non-stackable freight.
• Planning for long lengths prevents excess-length charges ($75–$200) and improves terminal handling, reducing damage touchpoints.
• Stronger edge protection and crating cut breakage and claims, keeping projects on schedule and lowering total landed cost.