NMFC 183200 - Tobacco, Unmanufactured | Class N/A

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Identify the leaf form on the BOL (whole leaves, strips, or stems), reference NMFC 183200, and mark the load as non-hazardous.
2. Palletize bales or wood-boxed tobacco with tight banding; use breathable wrap or burlap to avoid trapping moisture, and add slip sheets for clean handling.
3. Protect aroma and quality: line floors with kraft paper, use desiccants, and request no co-load with strong odors (chemicals, spices, fragrances).
4. If crossing borders, prepare phytosanitary certificates and origin docs; domestically, keep lot IDs visible for traceability and quick receiver checks.

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

• Lower claim risk by controlling moisture and odor exposure, preventing quality downgrades and buyer rejections.
• More predictable LTL costs by standardizing bale weight and pallet footprint, improving carrier loading efficiency.
• Faster pickups and fewer reclass fees with clear commodity notes, NMFC 183200 on paperwork, and accurate piece counts.
• Better season planning around curing and harvest windows to secure capacity and avoid detention at farms or leaf warehouses.