NMFC 182600 - Composition Tile or Molding | Class N/A

Note 182601: NOTE-The term 'composition' is inclusive of plastic or rubber, as defined in Item 110, other than cellular, foam or expanded plastic or rubber. Provisions will not apply on furniture molding, bumper molding, price tag molding, T-molding or other types of molding designed to protect or enhance the edges of various articles. See item 156600 for classes applicable to these types of molding.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Confirm material is composition and not expanded, cellular, or foam. Declare as NOI with packaging noted as boxed or crated to align with NMFC wording.
2. Determine density accurately: weigh the shipment and divide by total cubic feet. Example: 800 lb on 40 cu ft equals 20 pcf; class is assigned by the NMFC density scale.
3. Choose packaging to match the product form: heavy-wall boxes with edge protection for tiles, or wood crates for long moldings to prevent bowing and edge chipping.
4. Palletize for survivability and stackability: keep cartons flush with pallet, avoid overhang, use corner boards and bands, and mark ‘Do Not Double Stack’ only when necessary.

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

• Density-driven classification lets shippers tighten pack-out to raise pcf and potentially secure a lower freight class, cutting LTL costs on repeat lanes.
• Right-size packaging (crates for long runs, reinforced boxes for tiles) minimizes in-transit breakage and claim exposure for flooring and architectural trim shipments.
• Clear NMFC labeling (NOI, non-foam, Item 170 applicable) reduces reclassifications and inspection delays, protecting schedules and preventing unexpected charges.
• Standardized dimensions and secure pallets improve cube utilization and carrier stackability, supporting better freight rates and more predictable capacity.