NMFC 183240 - Leaf Tobacco | Class N/A

Note 183242: NOTE-Also applies on reconstructed leaf tobacco, in sheets or rolls in boxes.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Confirm scope: NMFC 183240 applies to unmanufactured leaf tobacco (dried or fermented, not cut or processed). Check your carrier’s policy on tobacco shipments before tendering.
2. Unitize properly: compress leaf into bales or load in hogsheads with breathable wraps; strap securely and palletize with moisture-barrier top and bottom sheets. Example: two 200–250 lb bales on a 48×40 pallet with corner protection.
3. Manage moisture and odor: verify leaf moisture prior to pickup, avoid co-loading near chemicals or fragrances, and use liners or slip sheets to keep product off damp floors and reduce taint.
4. Document clearly: print “NMFC 183240 – Unmanufactured Tobacco Leaf” on the BOL, include lot/crop year and origin for traceability, and label pallets non-hazmat to prevent unnecessary handling restrictions.

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

• Correct NMFC usage reduces reclass fees, dispute cycles, and unexpected accessorials—stabilizing your LTL cost per shipment.
• Strapped, palletized bales/hogsheads minimize touches and claims, protecting leaf grade and preserving saleable yield for processors and blenders.
• Non-hazardous status widens carrier options and pickup windows, improving routing flexibility and service reliability in peak seasons.
• Moisture-managed packaging holds net weight and quality steady, avoiding loss allowances and production delays downstream.