NMFC 185950 - Shovels & Snow Tools, NOI | Class N/A

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Stack and band long‑handle tools by length with blade ends alternating, then edge‑protect and shrink‑wrap; place on a 48x40 pallet with no overhang.
2. For single shovels or spades sold retail, use double‑wall cartons with tip guards on metal or poly blades; fill handle voids to prevent punctures.
3. Nest scoops and snow pushers to cut cubic volume; strap nested sets and add corrugated pads between blade faces to stop scuffing.
4. Mark cartons “Hand Tools—NOI” and include piece counts; request carrier inspection when shipping mixed bundles of shovels, scrapers, and spades.

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

• One NMFC for multiple tool types simplifies quoting and rating across seasonal assortments, reducing time‑to‑book for winter and landscaping lanes.
• Proper bundling and nesting increase pallet density, lowering billable cube and often improving LTL tiered rates.
• Blade and handle protection lowers concealed damage and claim costs, keeping vendor scorecards and OS&D metrics clean.
• Non‑hazardous classification streamlines carrier acceptance and reduces paperwork, speeding dock turns and deliveries.